Long haul truck driver

Wincity Transport Ltd based in Winnipeg, MB 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 open positions pertain to the Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Early Morning and Morning.

Employer Name: Wincity Transport Ltd
Position: Long haul truck driver
No. of vacancies: 3
Salary: $25.00 hourly / 60 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Winnipeg, MB

Job Description

• The candidate must respond to customer complaints or concerns.
• The candidate must 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 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.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should be fluent in English language.
• The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
• Training will be provided to the selected candidate.
• The candidate must have a Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks) and an Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Certificate.
• The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 9 kg (20 lbs).
• The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
• The candidate should be organized and flexible in nature.
• The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
• The candidate should be reliable.
• The candidate should be a good team player.
• The candidate must be hardworking.

Work setting

• The candidate should work in various locations when employees are scattered across different worksites.
• The candidate’s relocation costs should be covered by the employer, allowing the employer to contribute to the employee’s relocation costs incurred in moving closer to the company’s offices or other work locations as required.

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 and trip reports.

Type of trucking and equipment

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

Communication systems experience

• The candidate will be responsible for operating GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigational equipment.

Transportation/travel experience

• The candidate must have long-haul travel experience.

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• The candidate should have an eye for details.
• 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

• The candidate will receive Free parking, Employer-paid learning/training, and Parking facilities.

How to Apply

To apply, please use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

info@wincitytransport.ca

By mail

11 Cartesian Gate
Winnipeg, MB
R2P 1W9