long haul truck driver Verified

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Type of trucking and equipment

• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel internationally
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)