Long haul truck driver

Seehra Son’s Trucking Ltd. based in Moncton, NB 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, Early Morning and Morning.

Employer Name: Seehra Son’s Trucking Ltd.
Position: Long haul truck driver
No. of vacancies: 4
Salary: $24.04 hourly / 30 to 70 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Moncton, NB

Job Description

• The candidate must plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
• The candidate must respond to customer complaints or concerns.
• The candidate will be responsible for coaching colleagues on new methods or work techniques.
• The candidate must maintain professionalism in customer service.
• The candidate must arrange travel, related itineraries, and make reservations.
• The candidate must drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• The candidate must drive lighter, special-purpose trucks.
• 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 must perform brake adjustments.
• The candidate must be able to perform emergency roadside repairs.
• 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 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.
• The candidate must handle and transport dangerous goods.

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 1 to less than 7 months of experience in a related industry.
• The candidate must have an AZ class license and a Driver’s License (class 1 or A).
• The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• The candidate should be organised and flexible in nature.
• 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.

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

• Trucking and equipment types include refrigerated and tractor-trailer.

Communication systems experience

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

Transportation/travel experience

• The candidate must have travel experience in local, national, 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 basic security clearance, criminal background check, driver’s licence validity check, driving record check (abstract), drug test and medical examination.

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 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.

Benefits

• Financial and Other benefits will be provided to the selected candidate.
• Under Financial benefits, the selected candidate will receive benefits in accordance with the collective agreement.
• In addition to the Financial benefits mentioned above, the selected candidate will receive Free parking, Employer-paid learning/training and Employer-provided transportation.

How to Apply

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

By email

seehratrucking@gmail.com

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

• Cover letter
• References attesting experience
• Proof of the requested certifications
• Copy of portfolio or relevant work examples
• Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed
• Copy of latest school transcript
• Writing sample
• Proof of student enrollment