Truck Driver, tractor-trailer (AZ for U.S. HWY)
Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: Remuneration Based on Commission Only, Mileage Paid, Medical Benefits, Dental Benefits, Life Insurance Benefits, Group Insurance Benefits, Vision Care Benefits
Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: Mississauga, Ontario (3 vacancies )
Skill Requirements:
Education: Some high school
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.): Driver's Licence (Class 1 or A), Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Experience: Experience an asset
Type of Trucking and Equipment: Tractor-trailer, Van
Type of Travel: Long-haul, International
Documentation Knowledge: Driver logbook, Bill of lading, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Trans-border documentation, Maintenance and repair reports, Trip reports, Accident or incident reports
Communication Equipment Experience: Citizens band (CB) radio, Cellular phone
Weight Handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Specific Skills: Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials, Loading and unloading of goods, Plan travel schedules and routes, Use atlases and other trip planning aids, Receive and relay information to central dispatcher, Transport hazardous products or dangerous goods, Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
Additional Skills: Professionalism in customer service, Handle inquiries from customers
Security and Safety: Bondable, Basic security clearance, Criminal record check, Driving record check (abstract), Medical exam, Drug test
Own Tools/Equipment: Steel-toed safety boots, Hard hat
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Physically demanding
Transportation/Travel Information: Own transportation, Willing to travel cross-border, Willing to travel for extended periods, Willing to travel overnight, Valid driver's licence
Essential Skills: Reading text, Document use, Writing, Communication, Working with others
Other Information:Ability to obtain FAST card is req'd. Home weekly - assignments will be multiple short runs or one long run determined based on customer needs. LTL & Hazmat. Flexible scheduling options.
Languages: English
Employer: Bestway Cartage
Advertised until: 2014/10/14
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By E-mail: careers@shipviabestway.com