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

- Willing to relocate

- Relocation costs covered by employer

Responsibilities

Tasks

- 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 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

- Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

- Transport and handle dangerous goods

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Air Brakes Endorsement

- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

- Bill of lading

- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route,



post-trip)

- Trans-border documentation

- Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

- Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

- International

- Long-haul

- National

Additional information

Security and safety

- Basic security clearance

- Driving record check (abstract)

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

- Physically demanding

- Repetitive tasks

- Sitting

Own tools/equipment

- Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

- Productive interpersonal skills

- Excellent oral communication

- Excellent written communication

- Flexibility

- Team player

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for youths

- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment

- Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth

- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth

- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

📌 long haul truck driver (Hay River)
🏢 New Way Trucking
📍 Hay River