Long Haul Truck Driver

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Load and unload goods
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trans-border documentation
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

• International
• Long-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Basic security clearance
• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player