Long haul truck driver

Charn Trucking Ltd. based in Abbotsford, BC 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, On Call and Morning.

Employer Name: Charn Trucking Ltd.
Position: Long haul truck driver
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $27.50 hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Abbotsford, BC

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 obtain special permits and other documents required for international cargo transport.
The candidate must operate and drive straight or articulated trucks in order to transport goods and materials.
The candidate must oversee the condition of the vehicle and inspect the brakes, tires, lights, cold storage, and other equipment.
The candidate will be responsible for performing pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections, as well as overseeing all vehicle aspects.
The candidate will be responsible for recording cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.

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 a Driver’s license (class 1 or A).
The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
The candidate should be organised and flexible in nature.
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.

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

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

Additional information

Security and safety

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