long haul driver

About the Employer
  • Blue Ocean Freight Inc.
  • Canada

  • helpdeskbofinc@outlook.com

  • Verified
Hourly Wage
$36.10

Job Description

Job Description: • Operate a straight truck or a tractor-trailer with two or three axles. • Loading and unloading trucks. • Maintain daily truck records and submit mileage reports. • Create reports on work-related issues, estimate budgets and track expenditures. • Adhere to both company and government regulations and rules. • Secure cargo safely and manage hazardous materials. • Communicate with dispatchers and fellow drivers using onboard radios. • Oversee the condition of the vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage, and other equipment • Perform daily vehicle inspections and report any identified issues. Like performing pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections and overseeing all aspects of vehicle • Address workplace challenges and seek ways to enhance performance. • Establish strategies to meet job deadlines and collaborate with other departments. • Provide training to employees on job responsibilities, safety protocols, and company policies. • Assist with recruitment processes of new drivers in the team. • Review routes to anticipate delivery times. • Record cargo information, hours of service, distance traveled and fuel consumption Job Requirements: Credentials - Certificates, licenses, memberships, and courses • AZ class license • Air Brakes Endorsement • Air Brake (Z) Endorsement • Driver's License (Class 1 or A) Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge • Accident or incident reports • Driver logbook • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) • Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment • Tractor-trailer Additional information Security and safety • Valid passport • Criminal record check • Driving record check (abstract) Transportation/travel information • Drive a manual transmission vehicle • Valid driver's license • 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 • Handling heavy loads • Physically demanding • Repetitive tasks Weight handling • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs.) Own tools/equipment • Cellular phone • Hard hat • Steel-toed safety boots • Safety vest Personal suitability • Efficient interpersonal skills • Organized • Team player • Hardworking • Patience Benefits - Other benefits • Travel insurance ob Criteria: Start Date: As Soon As Possible Position Type: Full-Time Permanent Years of Experience Required: Entry-Level Education Required: High School Overnight Travel: 25-50% Vacation Time: 2 weeks / year Job Benefits: Other Benefits Company Profile: At Blue Ocean Freight Inc., we have been providing excellent transportation freight carrier services since 2015. As a most trusted and reliable carrier provider, our goal is to connect borders with on-time shipments and offer a variety of services to meet your logistics needs. Contact Information: Contact Name: Blue Ocean Freight Inc. Company Type: Employer Company: HR Manager City: Georgetown, Ontario State: Ontario Zip: Web Site: https://blueoceanf.ca/career-1