truck driver, long haul

Government of Canada; Brampton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a dedicated truck driver to operate various vehicles for transporting goods. This role involves loading and unloading, performing inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must hold valid driver's licenses and relevant certifications, with a willingness to travel for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license (Class 1 or A, Class 3 or D) required.
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement and Defensive Driving Course needed.
• Experience with inspection reports and trans-border documentation.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods and operate trucks for transportation.
• Perform vehicle inspections and emergency roadside repairs.
• Record cargo information and transport dangerous goods.

Skills

Operation of GPS

Long-haul transportation

Short-haul transportation

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities Tasks

• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Defensive Driving Course
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
• Skid Control Training

Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge

• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trans-border documentation

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

• Long-haul
• Short-haul

Additional information Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight