long haul truck driver

  • Abbotsford
  • Huner Logistics Ltd.
Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years Work setting Various locations Tasks Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Drive lighter, special purpose trucks 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 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 Transport and handle dangerous goods Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses  Air Brakes Endorsement Driver's License (Class 1 or A) Documentation knowledge Accident or incident reports Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment Flatbed Tractor-trailer B train Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Transportation/travel experience Long-haul Security and safety Valid passport Criminal record check Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Transportation/travel information Drive manual transmission vehicle Willing to travel for extended periods Willing to travel overnight Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability Excellent oral communication Organized Reliability Team player Screening questions Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications? Green job Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes Workplace information On the road job