Government of Canada - Western

long haul truck driver


Pay25.50 / hour
LocationWinnipeg/Manitoba
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 44034869

      Overview

      Languages

      English

      Education

      • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

      Experience

      1 to less than 7 months

      On the road

      Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

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      Responsibilities

      Tasks

      • Load and unload goods
      • 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

      Credentials

      Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

      • Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

      Experience and specialization

      Documentation knowledge

      • Bill of lading
      • Driver logbook
      • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
      • Trip reports

      Type of trucking and equipment

      • Tractor-trailer

      Communication systems experience

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

      Transportation/travel experience

      • International
      • Long-haul

      Additional information

      Security and safety

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

      Transportation/travel information

      • Valid driver's licence
      • Willing to travel cross-border

      Work conditions and physical capabilities

      • Physically demanding
      • Repetitive tasks

      Weight handling

      • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

      Own tools/equipment

      • Cellular phone

      Personal suitability

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

      Benefits

      Financial benefits

      • Life insurance

      Other benefits

      • Free parking available
      • Learning/training paid by employer
      • Travel insurance
  • About the company

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