Transport truck driver
Southx Transport Inc is located at Brampton, ON L6Y 2S8. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Transport truck driver. We are in search of a self-disciplined individual with outstanding interpersonal skills. The selected applicant will be required to join and take on their responsibilities at the earliest. The open positions are for Permanent employment or Full-time jobs. The timings of shifts may be Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, Flexible Hours, Early Morning and Morning.
Employer Name: Southx Transport Inc
Position: Transport truck driver
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $34.95 hourly / 30 to 44 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Brampton, ON L6Y 2S8
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Job Description
- To minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions, the candidate must plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices.
- The candidate must drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
- The candidate must obtain special permits and other documents required for international cargo transport.
- 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 will perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections and oversee all vehicle aspects.
- 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 the English language.
- The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
- The ideal candidate will have at least 7 months to less than 1 year of experience in a related industry.
- The candidate must have an AZ class license and a Class 1/1F/A license for semi-trailer trucks.
- The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
- The candidate should be organized and flexible in nature.
- The candidate should be a good team player.
Work setting
- 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), maintenance and repair reports, trans-border documentation and trip reports.
Type of trucking and equipment
- The trucking and equipment type is tractor-trailer.
Transportation/travel experience
- The candidate must have international transportation and travel experience.
- The candidate must have long-haul travel experience.
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate must have a valid passport.
- The candidate should undergo a thorough basic security clearance, driver’s licence validity, and driving record check (abstract).
Transportation/travel information
- The candidate must be willing to travel across borders.
- The candidate must be willing to travel for extended periods.
- The candidate must be willing to travel overnight.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- The candidate should have an eye for detail.
- The candidate should be willing to work overtime if necessary.
- The candidate should be willing to work for long hours sitting.
How to Apply
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