Long Haul Truck Driver Job

Overview

Languages
English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience

Experience
Will train

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

Work setting
Various locations

Responsibilities

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 brake adjustments
Perform emergency roadside repairs
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Perform preventive maintenance
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

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Dangerous goods occurrence reports
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trans-border documentation
Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Dry bulk
Tractor-trailer
Transportation/travel experience
Long-haul

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licence
Willing to travel internationally
Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Physically demanding
Sitting

Personal suitability

Judgement
Hardworking

Transportation and warehousing