Inactive Posting
Job id | ACJ# 87910 |
Employer | East West Express Inc |
City | Winnipeg - MB |
Province | Manitoba |
Category |
Driving
|
Salary | 26.40/Hr |
Date posted | November 23, 2020 |
Closing date | July 22, 2021 |
Vacancies | 1 |
Website | |
Target group | Aboriginal people in Canada |
We are looking to hire 2 truck drivers for our company. Our ideal candidate is efficient, responsible and safe. Our truck drivers should be able to co-ordinate with a team, while working and problem-solving independently on the road. We require candidates with a clean driving record and proper air brake endorsements to operate our commercial vehicles. Drivers must accurately maintain driving logs and be able to administer bills of lading.
Transport goods and materials from manufacturing plant to warehouses, rail yards, distribution centres and other provinces
Plan trip logistics and obtain required documentation to transport goods
Perform pre-trip, enroute and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories such as tires, lights and turning signals, brakes and cold storage
Ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements and follow safety procedures for transporting goods
Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Document and log work/rest periods and kilometers spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
Inspect for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
Load and unload the cargo off truck including supervision
Administer bills of lading and manually or electronically maintain log books
Communicate with dispatcher, other drivers and customers using communication devices and on-board computers
Perform emergency roadside repairs
Keep interior of vehicle clean of debris and clutter
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:
No formal education requirements
No experience required, on-the-job training will be provided
Ability to communicate in English
Driver's License (Class 1 or A) is required
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement is required
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:
Repetitive tasks
Handling heavy loads
Attention to detail
Sitting for extended periods
Willing to travel overnight, cross-border and for extended periods
ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Effective interpersonal skills
Flexibility and Judgement
Must be a team player, reliable and organized
Must be available for all hours of operations and shifts including overtime and weekend work as required
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Permanent Full-time, Long-term.
Preference given to applicants who are Canadian citizens, Canadian Permanent Residents, New Immigrants, Indigenous Persons / Aboriginals, Visible Minorities and Vulnerable Youth.