Truck Driver
- Salary$ 55,000.00 to $65,000.00 / year (To be negotiated) or 0.45 c per mile ~$20.97 per hour considering 55 hours per week
- vacancies 4 vacancies
- Employment groups: Students, Youth, Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Persons with disabilities, Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Seniors, Apprentices
- Terms of employment Permanent employment, Full time
- Start date As soon as possible
- Employment conditions: Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Shift, Night
Job requirements
Languages
English
Education
No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
Own Tools/Equipment
Steel-toed safety boots
Security and Safety
Valid passport, Criminal record check, Drug test, Medical exam, Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/Travel Information
Willing to travel cross-border, Willing to travel for extended periods, Drive manual transmission vehicle, Willing to travel overnight
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Attention to detail, Repetitive tasks, Sitting
Personal Suitability
Effective interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Organized, Reliability, Judgement, Team player
Communication Systems Experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Documentation Knowledge
Trans-border documentation, Driver logbook, Bill of lading, Trip reports, Maintenance and repair reports, Dangerous goods occurrence reports, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Specific Skills
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, Load and unload goods, Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo, Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations, Receive and relay information to central dispatch, Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy, Perform emergency roadside repairs, Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption, Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes, Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle, Perform preventive maintenance
Transportation/Travel Experience
Regional, Long-haul, Provincial/territorial, Local, International
Type of Trucking and Equipment
Flatbed, Tractor-trailer A train, Tractor-trailer
Weight Handling
Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
AZ class license, Driver's License (Class 1 or A), Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
How to apply
By email
Intended job posting audience
Only persons who are legally allowed to work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, do not apply as the employer will not consider your job application.
How-to-apply instructions
Here is what you must include when submitting your application:
- References attesting experience