Long Haul Truck Driver

To apply for the position of Long Haul Truck Driver at OSR TRUCKLINE INC. in Halifax, NS, please follow the instructions provided by the employer. Here’s a summary of the application details:

Job Title: Long Haul Truck Driver
Employer: OSR TRUCKLINE INC.
Location: Halifax, NS
Salary: $22.00 per hour, 40 hours per week
Employment Terms: Permanent employment, Full-time
Work Schedule: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, On Call, Flexible Hours, To be determined, Early Morning, Morning
Start Date: As soon as possible
Benefits: Other benefits
Vacancies: 10

Job Requirements:

• Languages: English
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
• On the road job: Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
• Work Setting: Willing to relocate

Responsibilities:

• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Drive lighter, special-purpose trucks
• Load and unload goods
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Oversee the condition of the vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage, and other equipment
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections and oversee all aspects of the vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance traveled, and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring the safety and security of cargo
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Credentials:

• Certificates, licenses, memberships, and courses: AZ class license, Class 1/1F/A License (semi-trailer trucks), Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Experience and specialization: Documentation knowledge (e.g., accident or incident reports, bill of lading, dangerous goods occurrence reports, driver logbook, inspection reports, etc.), Type of trucking and equipment (tractor-trailer)

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Personal Suitability:

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Team player

Benefits:

• Other benefits: Free parking available

Employment Groups: This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of the following groups: Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Veterans, Youth

Who Can Apply:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit

How to Apply:
There are two ways to apply for the job:

1. You can apply directly on Job Bank (Direct Apply) by visiting the Job Bank website.
2. Alternatively, you can send your application via email to osrtrucklineinc@gmail.com.

Please make sure to follow the instructions provided by the employer and include any required documents or information.