Full-Time Long Haul Truck Driver in Winnipeg
Job Description
Languages
English
Education
Not applicable
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Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Driver’s Licence (Class 1 or A); Air Brake (Z) Endorsement; Air Brake Adjustment Certificate
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Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
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Type of Trucking and Equipment
Tractor-trailer; Van; Dry bulk
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Type of Travel
Long-haul; Regional; National; International
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Documentation Knowledge
Driver logbook; Bill of lading; Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip); Trans-border documentation; Maintenance and repair reports; Trip reports; Accident or incident reports
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Communication Equipment Experience
Cellular phone; Satellite tracking (GPS) equipment
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Weight Handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
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Specific Skills
Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials; Loading and unloading of goods; Plan travel schedules and routes; Use atlases and other trip planning aids; Receive and relay information to central dispatcher; Perform brake adjustments; Monitor vehicle performance and mechanical fitness; Perform preventive maintenance
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Additional Skills
Mountain driving expertise; Professionalism in customer service; Handle inquiries from customers
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Security and Safety
Bondable; Basic security clearance; Criminal record check; Driving record check (abstract); Medical exam; Drug test
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Own Tools/Equipment
Steel-toed safety boots
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Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Physically demanding
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Transportation/Travel Information
Willing to travel cross-border; Willing to travel for extended periods; Willing to travel overnight; Valid driver’s licence
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Essential Skills
Reading text; Document use; Numeracy; Writing; Communication; Working with others; Problem solving; Decision making; Critical thinking; Job task planning and organizing; Finding information; Continuous learning
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