Driver, Long Haul

Responsibilities

Tasks

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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

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

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

• Long-haul
• Provincial/territorial

Additional information

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Tools
• Safety vest
• Gloves

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available