long haul truck driver

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On the road

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

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Responsibilities

Tasks

• Mountain driving expertise
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Transportation/travel experience

• International
• Long-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits