Long haul driver

Gurukirpa Transport LTD. is located at Winnipeg, MB. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Long haul driver. We are in search of a self-disciplined individual with outstanding interpersonal skills. The selected applicant will be required to join and take their responsibilities at the earliest. The open positions are for Permanent employment or Full time job. The timings of shifts may be Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, Early Morning and Morning. LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) has approved the Long haul driver position.

Employer Name: Gurukirpa Transport LTD.
Position: Long haul driver
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $30.00 hourly / 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Winnipeg, MB

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Job Description

  • The candidate must have mountain driving experience.
  • The candidate must load and unload goods.
  • The candidate must obtain special permits and other documents required for international cargo transport.
  • The candidate must oversee the condition of the vehicle and inspect the brakes, tires, lights, cold storage, and other equipment.
  • The candidate must perform brake adjustments.
  • The candidate will be responsible for performing pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections, as well as overseeing all vehicle aspects.
  • The candidate must perform preventive maintenance.
  • The candidate will be responsible for recording cargo information, hours of service, 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 English language.
  • There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
  • The ideal candidate will have at least 3 to 5 years of experience in a related industry.
  • The candidate must have Air Brakes Endorsement Certification, a Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks), Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Certification, and a Driver’s License (Class 1 or A).
  • The candidate must be able to lift more than 45 kg (100 lbs)
  • The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
  • The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
  • The candidate should be reliable.
  • The candidate should be a good team player.
  • The candidate must be hardworking.

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

  • The candidate must be knowledgeable about accident or incident reports, bill of lading, driver logbooks, inspection reports (pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip), maintenance and repair reports, trans-border documentation and trip reports.

Type of trucking and equipment

  • The type of trucking and equipment is tractor-trailer.

Transportation/travel experience

  • The candidate must have transportation and travel experience at local, national, provincial/territorial and regional levels.
  • The candidate must have long-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).

Transportation/travel information

  • The candidate must be able to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
  • 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 for extended periods of time.
  • The candidate must be willing to travel overnight.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • The candidate should have an eye for details.
  • The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
  • The candidate will be expected to manage a large workload.
  • The candidate should be willing to work overtime if necessary.
  • The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
  • The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
  • The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in sitting positions.

Own tools/equipment

  • The candidate must have a cellular phone, steel-toed safety boots, and gloves.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please utilize the provided options to submit your application.

By email

[email protected]

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

  • Cover letter
  • Proof of the requested certifications
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