Full-Time Long Haul Truck Driver 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); AZ class license; Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks); Air Brakes Endorsement
Experience
7 months to less than 1 year
Specific Skills
Transport and handle dangerous goods; Perform preventive maintenance; Perform emergency roadside repairs; Pay and receive payments for goods; Perform brake adjustments; Load and unload goods; 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 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 Additional SkillsAddress customers’ complaints or concerns; Owner-operator business skills; Professionalism in customer service; Mountain driving expertise Weight Handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)Security and SafetyBondable; Driver’s validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Medical exam; Drug test; Criminal record check; Basic security clearance; Valid passport Own Tools/EquipmentTools; Steel-toed safety boots; Hard hat; Cellular phone Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation; Own vehicle; Willing to travel for extended periods; Willing to travel overnight; Valid driver’s licence; Drive manual transmission vehicle; Travel expenses paid by employer Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Sitting; Large workload; Overtime required Work Location Information Staff accommodation provided; Room and board provided; Remote location; Various locations; Willing to relocate; Relocation costs covered by employer Type of Trucking and Equipment Tractor-trailer; Flatbed; Tractor-trailer B train; Refrigerated; Surface mining dump, off-highway; Dump truck; Extended length tractor-trailer combination Transportation/Travel Experience Regional; National; Local; Provincial/territorial; Short-haul; Long-haulPersonal SuitabilityEffective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized”
How to Apply
For details on how to apply, please email to: sandhufarms@hotmail.comWe encourage all candidates who have the right mix of skills, abilities and a passion for excellence to apply. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.