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Long haul truck driver

  • Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  • Experience: Experience an asset

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
  • Pay and receive payments for goods
  • Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
  • 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 

  • Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Employment terms options

  • Overtime required
  • Overtime available

Green job

  • Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes
  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: English
  • Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week