Long haul truck driver
Metro MTL Freightways Ltd., situated at 13256 65A Avenue, Surrey, BC V3W 1Z5, is seeking applications for the position of long-haul truck driver who is enthusiastic and possesses excellent interpersonal skills. The successful candidate for this position is expected to start work as quickly as possible. The role being offered is Permanent employment or a full-time job. The shift timings for this position include the Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Flexible Hours, Early Morning and Morning.
Employer Name: Metro MTL Freightways Ltd.
Position: Long-haul truck driver
No. of vacancies: 10
Salary: $34.62 hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full-time
Location: 13256 65A Avenue, Surrey, BC V3W 1Z5
Also hiring: Dishwasher
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 vehicle’s condition and inspect the brakes, tires, lights, cold storage, and other equipment.
- 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 and 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.
Job Requirements
- The candidate should be fluent in the English language.
- There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
- Training will be provided to the selected candidate.
- The candidate must have Air Brake Endorsement Certification and a Driver’s License (Class 1 or A).
Work setting
- The candidate should work in various locations when employees are scattered across different worksites.
Experience and specialization
Type of trucking and equipment
- The trucking and equipment type is tractor-trailer.
Communication systems experience
- The candidate will operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigational equipment.
Additional information
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.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, kindly utilize the alternatives provided to submit your application.
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