Driver, long haul
ROYAL TEAM CAN TRANSPORT (A DIV. OF RTCT TRANSPORT LTD.), based in Unit#240-8138, 128 Street, Surrey, BC V3W 1R1, is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Driver, long haul, who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The selected candidate will be required to start work as soon as possible. The open positions pertain to Permanent employment or Full-time jobs. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Early Morning and Morning. The long-haul driver position has been approved by the LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment).
Employer Name: ROYAL TEAM CAN TRANSPORT (A DIV. OF RTCT TRANSPORT LTD.)
Position: Driver, long haul
No. of vacancies: 12
Salary: $34.70 hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Unit#240-8138, 128 Street, Surrey, BC V3W 1R1
Also hiring: Long haul truck driver
Job Description
- The candidate must drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
- The candidate must load and unload goods.
- The candidate must operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
- The candidate must oversee the vehicle’s condition and inspect the brakes, tires, lights, cold storage, and other equipment.
- The candidate must perform brake adjustments.
- The candidate must be able to perform emergency roadside repairs.
- The candidate will perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections and oversee all vehicle aspects.
- The candidate must perform preventive maintenance.
- The candidate will be responsible for receiving and relaying information to central dispatch.
- The candidate will record cargo information, service hours, distance travelled and fuel consumption.
- The candidate will be responsible for tarping and ensuring cargo safety and security.
Job Requirements
- The candidate should be fluent in the English language.
- The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
- The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to 2 years of experience in a related industry.
- The candidate must have a Driver’s License (Class 1 or A).
- The candidate must be able to lift weights between 23 kg (50 lbs) and 45 kg (100 lbs).
- The candidate should be a good team player.
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
- The trucks and equipment used include refrigerated trucks and tractor-trailers.
Communication systems experience
- The candidate will operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigational equipment.
Transportation/travel experience
- The candidate must have travel experience in international, local, and provincial/territorial locations.
- The candidate must have long-haul travel experience.
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate must have a valid passport.
- The candidate should undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug test.
Transportation/travel information
- The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
- The candidate must be willing to travel across borders.
- The candidate must be willing to travel overnight.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, apply using the given options.
By email
By mail
Unit#240-8138, 128 Street
SURREY, BC
V3W 1R1