Full-Time Long Haul Truck Driver in Winnipeg
Job Description
Languages
English Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificateCredentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Driver’s License (Class 1 or A); Air Brake (Z) EndorsementDocumentation 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 ladingExperience
No experienceCommunication Systems Experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipmentAdditional Skills
Address customers’ complaints or concernsSpecific Skills
Perform preventive maintenance; Perform emergency roadside repairs; Pay and receive payments for goods; Perform brake adjustments; Drive lighter, special purpose trucks; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials; Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo; Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy; Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment; Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes; 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 vehicleSecurity and Safety
Driver’s validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record checkOwn Tools/Equipment
Cellular phoneTransportation/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; Travel expenses paid by employerWork Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Large workload; Overtime requiredWork Location Information
Various locationsType of Trucking and Equipment
Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)Transportation/Travel Experience
Regional; National; Local; International; Provincial/territorial; Long-haulPersonal Suitability
Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized