Long haul truck driver

• Location Brampton, ONL6R 0L2
• Work location On the road
• Salary$37.00HOUR hourly / 50 to 60 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Benefits: Other benefits
• vacancies 3 vacancies
• Source Job Bank #3644904

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On the road

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

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Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• AZ class license
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trans-border documentation

Type of trucking and equipment

• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

• Long-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

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

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Team player
• Patience

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available