Long haul truck driver

Gill World Logistics based in 7 Tawse PL, Puslinch, ON N0B 2J0 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Long haul truck driver 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 Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Overtime, Early Morning and Morning.

Employer Name: Gill World Logistics
Position: Long haul truck driver
No. of vacancies: 10
Salary: $26.10 to $27.50 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: 7 Tawse PL, Puslinch, ON N0B 2J0

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Hiring: Long haul truck driver

Job Description

  • The candidate will be expected to maintain professionalism in customer service.
  • 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 in order to transport goods and materials.
  • The candidate will be responsible for overseeing condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment.
  • The candidate must perform brake adjustments.
  • The candidate will be expected to perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections as well as 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 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.
  • The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
  • Candidate having experience is an asset.
  • The candidate must have an AZ class license, an Air Brakes Endorsement, and a Driver’s License (Class 1 or A).
  • The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
  • The candidate must be flexible.
  • The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
  • The candidate should be reliable.
  • The candidate should be a good team player.

Work setting

  • The candidate will be required to work in various locations.
  • The candidate must be willing to relocate to the specified location.

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), trans-border documentation and trip reports.

Type of trucking and equipment

  • Trucking and equipment types include dry bulk, flatbed and tractor-trailer.

Communication systems experience

  • The candidate must be able to use GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation devices.
  • The candidate must be familiar with the Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

  • The candidate must have long-haul transportation experience.
  • The candidate must have prior travel experience in both national and provincial/territorial areas.

Additional information

Security and safety

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

Transportation/travel information

  • The candidate must be able to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
  • 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 should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
  • The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in sitting positions.

Own tools/equipment

  • The candidate must have their own steel-toed safety boots.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

gilllogistics.hiring@yahoo.com

By mail

7 Tawse PL
Puslinch, ON
N0B 2J0

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