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
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 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
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
Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Trans-border documentationTrip 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
Effective 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 advantages
Long-term care insurance
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
Does not require Canadian work experience
Support for Indigenous people
Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
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📌 tractor-trailer driver, long haul (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Eassons Transport
📍 Nova Scotia
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