long haul truck driver
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Must-have:Security
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
Work setting:
Willing to relocate. Relocation costs covered by employer.
Tasks:
- Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations.
- Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
- Drive lighter, special purpose trucks.
- 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.
- Perform brake adjustments.
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle.
- 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.
- Transport and handle dangerous goods.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
- Air Brakes Endorsement.
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A).
Documentation knowledge:
- Bill of lading.
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip).
- Trans-border documentation.
- Trip reports.
Type of trucking and equipment:
Tractor-trailer.
Transportation/travel experience:
- International.
- Long-haul.
- National.
Security and safety:
- Basic security clearance.
- Driving record check (abstract).
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:
- Physically demanding.
- Repetitive tasks.
- Sitting.
Own tools/equipment:
Steel-toed safety boots.
Personal suitability:
- Efficient interpersonal skills.
- Excellent oral communication.
- Excellent written communication.
- Flexibility.
- Team player.
Experience:
No experience (will train).
Employment terms options:
Overtime required.
Health benefits:
- Dental plan.
- Health care plan.
Support for youths:
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.
- Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.