Truck driver, tractor-trailer

HIGHLIGHT MOTOR FREIGHT INC; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company seeks dedicated Truck Drivers to join a collaborative team. Candidates will be responsible for safely transporting goods over various distances, ensuring vehicle compliance and safety. A high attention to detail and a commitment to adhering to safety protocols are vital. This role offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and relocation support.

Benefits

Health care plan

Qualifications

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement required.
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A) necessary.
• Experience in operating straight or articulated trucks.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Inspect vehicle condition and safety equipment.
• Transport goods and materials across long-haul routes.

Skills

Safety and Security Awareness

Time Management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  
  

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

Work setting

• Various locations
• Willing to relocate
• Relocation costs covered by employer
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
• 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
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
  
  

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trans-border documentation
• Trip reports
  
  

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer
  
  

Communication systems experience

• Trip recorder (on-board computer)
  
  

Transportation/travel experience

• International
• Long-haul
• National
• Short-haul
  
  

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
  
  

Transportation/travel information

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
  
  

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
  
  

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone
• Steel-toed safety boots
  
  

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan