Long haul truck driver

Eliteway Transportation Inc.

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  • or equivalent experience

Experience

Will train

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

  • Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
  • 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
  • Pay and receive payments for goods
  • 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
  • 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

  • Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

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

Transportation/travel experience

  • Local
  • Long-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

  • Valid passport
  • Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Attention to detail
  • Sitting

Own tools/equipment

  • Cellular phone

Personal suitability

  • Judgement
  • Reliability
  • Team player

Benefits

Other benefits

  • Other benefits
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