Government of Canada - Atlantic

long haul truck driver


Pay25.10 / hour
LocationHalifax/Nova Scotia
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 40080946

      Overview

      Languages

      English

      Education

      • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

      Experience

      1 to less than 7 months

      Work setting

      • Willing to relocate

      Responsibilities

      Tasks

      • Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
      • 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
      • Receive and relay information to central dispatch
      • Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
      • Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

      Credentials

      Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

      • Air Brakes Endorsement
      • Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
      • Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

      Experience and specialization

      Documentation knowledge

      • Accident or incident reports
      • Bill of lading
      • Driver logbook
      • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
      • Maintenance and repair reports
      • Trans-border documentation
      • Trip reports

      Type of trucking and equipment

      • Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
      • Tractor-trailer

      Communication systems experience

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

      Transportation/travel experience

      • Long-haul

      Additional information

      Security and safety

      • Valid passport
      • Driver's validity licence check
      • Driving record check (abstract)
      • Drug test
      • Medical exam

      Transportation/travel information

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

      Work conditions and physical capabilities

      • Attention to detail
      • Handling heavy loads
      • Overtime required
      • Sitting

      Weight handling

      • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

      Own tools/equipment

      • Steel-toed safety boots

      Personal suitability

      • Efficient interpersonal skills
      • Excellent oral communication
      • Flexibility
      • Reliability
      • Team player

      Benefits

      Financial benefits

      • Group insurance benefits
      • Life insurance

      Other benefits

      • Travel insurance
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