long haul truck driver

SUPERSONIC TRANSPORT LTD


Date: 2 days ago
City: Surrey, BC
Contract type: Full time
Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Will train

On the road

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

Work setting

  • Various locations
  • Relocation costs covered by employer

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
  • 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

  • Air Brakes Endorsement
  • Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
  • Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

  • Accident or incident reports
  • Driver logbook
  • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
  • Maintenance and repair reports
  • Trip reports

Communication systems experience

  • Citizens band (CB) radio
  • Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
  • Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

  • Long-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

  • Basic security clearance
  • Driver's validity licence check
  • Driving record check (abstract)
  • Drug test

Transportation/travel information

  • Travel expenses paid by employer
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Willing to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Sitting

Personal suitability

  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility
  • Reliability

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