Full-Time Long Haul Truck Driver in Winnipeg
Job Description
Languages
English or French
Education
No degree, certificate or diploma or equivalent experience
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks); Air Brakes Endorsement
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Specific Skills
Transport and handle dangerous goods; Perform emergency roadside repairs; Load and unload goods; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; 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; Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations; 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 Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment; Trip recorder (on-board computer)Additional SkillsCoach colleagues on new methods or work techniques; Professionalism in customer service; Mountain driving expertise Weight Handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)Security and SafetyDriver’s validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Medical exam; Drug test; Criminal record check; Valid passport Own Tools/Equipment Steel-toed safety boots; Hard hat; Cellular phone 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; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Sitting; Overtime required Work Location Information Various locations Type of Trucking and Equipment T ractor-trailer; Refrigerated Transportation/Travel Experience Regional; National; International; Provincial/territorial; Short-haul; Long-haul Personal Suitability Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Judgement; Reliability; Organized