Truck driver, long haul

RANGE FREIGHTWAYS LTD.; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

RANGE FREIGHTWAYS LTD. seeks a reliable truck driver to join our cross-border team in British Columbia. You will drive as part of a two-person team, load and unload goods, and ensure cargo safety and timely delivery.

No degree is required; on-the-job training is provided. A valid Class 1 or A license and Air Brake endorsement are essential, with willingness to travel across provinces and borders, including overnight trips.

Qualifications

• No degree required; on-the-job training provided.
• Valid Driver's License Class 1 or A.
• Air Brake Endorsement is required.
• Frequent travel and cross-border experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Oversee vehicle condition and inspect tires, lights, brakes, and other equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and basic repairs.
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch.
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.
• Tarp cargo and ensure safety and security of goods.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication

Ability to work independently

Education

Air Brake Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Tools

Cellular phone

Hard hat

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

LANGUAGES

English

EDUCATION

• No degree, certificate or diploma

EXPERIENCE

No experience (will train)

ON THE ROAD

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

TASKS

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, MEMBERSHIPS, AND COURSES

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

SECURITY AND SAFETY

• Driver's validity licence check

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL INFORMATION

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

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Sitting

OWN TOOLS/EQUIPMENT

• Cellular phone
• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots