Overview

Languages

English

Education

- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

No experience (will train)

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work setting

- Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

- Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
- Load and unload goods
- Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
- Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
- Perform brake adjustments
- Perform emergency roadside repairs
- 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
- Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

- Driver logbook
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Transportation/travel experience

- Long-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

- Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

- Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Attention to detail
- Handling heavy loads
- Sitting

Personal suitability

- Productive interpersonal skills
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Team player
- Patience

📌 Long haul truck driver (Winnipeg)
🏢 TransDirect Freightlines
📍 Winnipeg