Long haul truck driver, Kitchener

Job details

Work location: On the road Salary: 36.50 hourly / 70 hours bi-weekly Terms of employment: Permanent employment Full time Overtime required, Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, On call, Overtime available Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience

7 months to less than 1 year On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee. The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target. Responsibilities and Tasks

Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions Address customers' complaints or concernsCoach colleagues on new methods or work techniques Professionalism in customer service 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 emergency roadside repairsPerform 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 cargoCredentials

AZ class license Documentation knowledge

Accident or incident reports Bill of lading Dangerous goods occurrence reports Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Maintenance and repair reports Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment

Extended length tractor-trailer combination Hydrovac Logging, off-highway Refrigerated Tractor-trailer Citizens band (CB) radio Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Trip recorder (on-board computer) Transportation/travel experience

International Local National Regional Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Specialized environmental skills and knowledge Security and safety

Basic security clearance Criminal record check Driver's validity licence check 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 overnight Work conditions and physical capabilities

Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Up to 45 kg (100 lbs) Own tools/equipment

Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability

Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Other benefits

Free parking available On-site amenities Parking available Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are: a permanent resident of Canada a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application. Advertised until

2026-06-12

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