Full-Time Driver, Long Haul in Winnipeg
Job Description
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Driver’s License (Class 1 or A); Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Specific Skills
Transport and handle dangerous goods; Load and unload goods; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials; Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption; Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Documentation Knowledge Accident or incident reports; Trip reports; Trans-border documentation; Maintenance and repair reports; Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip); Dangerous goods occurrence reports; Driver logbook; Bill of lading Communication Systems Experience Trip recorder (on-board computer); Citizens band (CB) radio Additional Skills Address customers’ complaints or concerns; Professionalism in customer service; Mountain driving expertise Weight Handling Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)Security and Safety Driving record check (abstract); Drug test; Criminal record check Own Tools/Equipment Steel-toed safety boots; Hard hat Transportation/Travel Information Willing to travel cross-border; Willing to travel for extended periods; Willing to travel overnight; Valid driver’s licence; Drive manual transmission vehicle; Willing to travel internationally Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Sitting; Large workload Work Location Information Various locations Type of Trucking and Equipment Tractor-trailer Transportation/Travel Experience National; International; Provincial/territorial; Long-haul Personal Suitability Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized