Transport truck drivers drive straight trucks or tractor-trailers to transport freight. Long-haul truck drivers operate heavy trucks over urban, interurban, provincial and international routes, while short-haul and local transport truck drivers operate over urban and short interurban routes. They are employed by transportation, manufacturing, distribution and moving companies, and trucking employment service agencies, or they may be self-employed.
Long-haul transport truck drivers -2 TRUCK DRIVERS
Operate and drive primarily tractor-trailor, long-combination vehicle and straight-body trucks weighing over 4500 kg to transport goods and materials over long distances
Plan trip logistics and obtain required documentation to transport goods
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories such as tires, lights and turning signals, brakes and cold storage
Ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements and follow safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods
Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Administer bills of lading and manually or electronically maintain log books
Communicate with dispatcher, other drivers and customers using communication devices and on-board computers
May perform emergency roadside repairs.
Early morning, Evening, Morning, Night, Day, Weekend
Starts as soon as possible
Benefits: Health benefits, Other benefits
vacancies
2 vacancies
Overview
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
1 to less than 7 months
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Work site environment
Dusty
Responsibilities
Tasks
Mountain driving expertise
Professionalism in customer service
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
Load and unload goods
Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
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
Pay and receive payments for goods
Perform brake adjustments
Perform emergency roadside repairs
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
Dangerous goods occurrence reports
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trans-border documentation
Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Refrigerated
Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
International
Long-haul
Provincial/territorial
Additional information
Security and safety
Valid passport
Criminal record check
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test
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
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
Cellular phone
Safety vest
Gloves
Personal suitability
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Organized
Team player
Hardworking
Patience
Benefits
Health benefits
Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits
Other benefits
Free parking available
Other benefits
Parking available