Long Haul Truck Driver

Job description

• Operate and drive primarily tractor-trailor, long-combination vehicle and straight-body trucks weighing over 4500 kg to transport goods and materials over long distances.
• Plan trip logistics and obtain required documentation to transport goods.
• Perform pre-trip, en route 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 dangerous goods.
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.
• May perform emergency roadside repairs.
• May drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• May transport hazardous products or dangerous goods.