Driver, heavy truck

1174458803 based in Laval, QC is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Driver, heavy truck who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Term or contract or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, To be determined, Early Morning and Morning. The position of Driver, heavy truck has been approved by the LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment).

Employer Name: 1174458803
Position: Driver, heavy truck
No. of vacancies: 5
Salary: $24.00 hourly / 40 to 70 hours per week
Employment type: Term or contract, Full time
Location: Laval, QC

Job Description

The candidate must have mountain driving experience.
The candidate must operate and drive straight or articulated trucks in order to transport goods and materials.
The candidate will be responsible for performing pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections, as well as overseeing all vehicle aspects.

Job Requirements

The candidate should be fluent in English or French languages.
The candidate must have a certificate of secondary (high) school graduation or equivalent experience.
The ideal candidate will have at least 3 to 5 years of experience in a related industry.
The candidate must have an air brake (Z) endorsement, a driver’s licence (class 1 or A), a class 1/1F/A licence (semi trailer trucks), a class 3/3F/DF licence (trailer trucks, vehicles with more than three axles), and a class 5/5F/G licence (cars, small trucks, and other 2-axle vehicles).
The candidate must be able to lift more than 45 kg (100 lbs).
The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
The candidate must be well-organized.
The candidate should be reliable.
The candidate should be a good team player.
The candidate must be hardworking.
The candidate must have patience.

Work setting

The candidate must be willing to work in a remote location.
Accommodation will be provided for the candidate.
The candidate will be required to work in various locations.
The candidate’s relocation expenses will not be covered by the employer.

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

The candidate must be knowledgeable about driver logbooks and inspection reports (pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip).

Type of trucking and equipment

Trucking and equipment types include logging, highway and and straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles).

Communication systems experience

The candidate must be familiar with Citizens Band (CB) radio.

Transportation/travel experience

The candidate must have travel experience in local, provincial/territorial and regional locations.
The candidate must have both long-haul and short-haul travel experience.

Additional information

Security and safety

The candidate must have a valid passport.
The candidate should be subjected to a thorough driver’s licence validity check and driving record check (abstract).