Long Haul Truck Driver Calgary Canadian Visa Support Possible NEW

Visa type confirmed: Immigration Support Possible

Job Overview

Our client is actively seeking candidates for a driving position that requires relevant certifications and experience. We welcome applications from international candidates, as visa support may be considered.

Languages

• English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work Setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Address customers’ complaints or concerns
• Mountain driving expertise
• 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 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 traveled, and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Credentials

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and Specialization

Documentation Knowledge

• Driver logbook

Type of Trucking and Equipment

• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

Communication Systems Experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/Travel Experience

• International
• Local
• Long-haul
• National
• Provincial/Territorial
• Regional

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• Basic security clearance
• Driver’s validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver’s licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight Handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own Tools/Equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal Suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking

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