LONG HAUL TRUCK DRIVER
Job Title: Long Haul Truck Driver
Location: Calgary, Alberta
NOC: 7511
High school level (Secondary school)
Any Diploma, degree or Trade certificates are added advantages.
Min 3 years of experience
CAD $ 62,000 – $42,000 per year ($30 per hour)
Transitional Work Permit to Permanent Resident VISA
50% and above Average
2 Positions Available
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Operate and drive primarily tractor-trailor, long-combination vehicle and straight-body trucks weighing over 4500 kg to transport goods and materials over long distances
• Plan trip logistics and obtain required documentation to transport goods
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories such as tires, lights and turning signals, brakes and cold storage
• Ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements and follow safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Administer bills of lading and manually or electronically maintain log books
• Communicate with dispatcher, other drivers and customers using communication devices and on-board computers
• May perform emergency roadside repairs
• May drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• May transport hazardous products or dangerous goods
EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTS:
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• High school level (Secondary school) is mandatory and any diploma, degree, or trade certificates are advantages