Long haul truck driver

• Location Abbotsford, BCV4X 1L3
• Work location On site
• Salary$36.60HOUR hourly / 30 to 60 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Benefits: Health benefits
• vacancies 6 vacancies
• Source Job Bank #3667150

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

No experience (will train)

On site

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

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

• Long-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

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

Transportation/travel information

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

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits