LANGUAGES
- English
EDUCATION
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
EXPERIENCE
- 1 year to less than 2 years
ON SITE
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
WORK SETTING
- Various locations
RESPONSIBILITIES
TASKS
- Professionalism in customer service
- Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
- Load and unload goods
- 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 brake adjustments
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
- Receive and relay information to central dispatch
- Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
CREDENTIALS
CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, MEMBERSHIPS, AND COURSES
- Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
- Defensive Driving Course
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Professional Driver Improvement Certificate
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
EXPERIENCE AND SPECIALIZATION
DOCUMENTATION KNOWLEDGE
- Accident or incident reports
- Bill of lading
- Driver logbook
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Trans-border documentation
- Trip reports
TYPE OF TRUCKING AND EQUIPMENT
- Refrigerated
- Tractor-trailer
COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS EXPERIENCE
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
- Trip recorder (on-board computer)
TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL EXPERIENCE
- Long-haul
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SECURITY AND SAFETY
- Valid passport
- Basic security clearance
- Criminal record check
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Drug test
TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL INFORMATION
- Drive manual transmission vehicle
- 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
- Physically demanding
- Sitting
WEIGHT HANDLING
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
OWN TOOLS/EQUIPMENT
- Cellular phone
- Steel-toed safety boots
PERSONAL SUITABILITY
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
BENEFITS
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
FINANCIAL BENEFITS
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Mileage paid
- Piece work
LONG TERM BENEFITS
- Long-term care insurance
Long haul team truck driver in Halifax employer: Eassons-Transportation-Group
Eassons Transportation Group is an exceptional employer that prides itself on its family-owned values and supportive work culture. With a commitment to employee growth, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits, including long-term disability coverage, we ensure our team members feel valued and empowered. Operating from the beautiful regions of Kentville, NS, and Mississauga, ON, we foster a diverse workforce and encourage applications from all equity groups, making it a rewarding place to build your career.
Contact Details:
Eassons-Transportation-Group Recruitment Team
