long haul truck driver

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Remote location. Various locations. Willing to relocate. Relocation costs covered by employer. Tasks: Address customers' complaints or concerns. Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques. Mountain driving expertise. Professionalism in customer service. Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations. Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy. Drive lighter, special purpose trucks. Load and unload goods. Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes. Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials. Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment. Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle. Perform preventive maintenance. Receive and relay information to central dispatch. Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption. Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo. Transport and handle dangerous goods. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Driver's License (Class 1 or A). Documentation knowledge: Accident or incident reports. Bill of lading. Dangerous goods occurrence reports. Driver logbook. Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip). Maintenance and repair reports. Trans-border documentation. Trip reports. Type of trucking and equipment: Flatbed. Refrigerated. Tractor-trailer. Communication systems experience: Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment. Transportation/travel experience: International. Long-haul. Provincial/territorial. Security and safety: Valid passport. Basic security clearance. Driving record check (abstract). Drug test. Medical exam. Transportation/travel information: Own transportation. Valid driver's licence. Willing to travel cross-border. Willing to travel for extended periods. Willing to travel internationally. Willing to travel overnight. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Handling heavy loads. Large workload. Physically demanding. Repetitive tasks. Sitting. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Own tools/equipment: Cellular phone. Steel-toed safety boots. Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Hardworking. Patience. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Experience: Experience an asset. Employment terms options: Overtime required. Other benefits: Learning/training paid by employer. Location 3777 NS-4 Salt Springs , NS B0K 1P0 Work location On site Salary $ 30.00 HOUR hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week Minimum wage is guaranteed Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time Overtime required Starts as soon as possible Benefits: Other benefits vacancies 10 vacancies Source Job Bank #3654976 Various locations 3777 NS-4