Laidlaw Carriers Van GP Inc

Halifax, NS

Laidlaw Carriers Van GP Inc

Halifax, NS

truck driver, long haul

Halifax, NS (view on map)

Posted 1 day ago

Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 65 hours per week
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Tasks

• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• 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
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

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

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trans-border documentation
• 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

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Criminal record 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 internationally
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Overtime required
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Patience

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Piece work