Long Haul Team Truck Driver

 

Long Haul Team Truck Driver  TRANSPORT ON TIME 

Job details
Location: Cornwall, ON K6J 5X9
Work location: On the road
Salary: 37.00 to 39.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 30 to 35 hours per week
Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time
Start Date:Starts as soon as possible
Vacancies: 2 vacancies

Job Responsibilities
Languages: English
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
On the road: Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Work setting: Various locations

Tasks

• Operate and drive tractor- trailer as part of a two-driver team to transport goods and materials across long-haul and cross-border routes.
• Share driving responsibilities with co-driver in compliance with Hours of Service (HOS) regulations to ensure continuous and efficient transportation.
• Coordinate with team driver to plan routes, rest periods, fuel stops, and delivery schedules.
• Load and unload goods at various shipper and receiver locations, ensuring proper handling and safety of cargo.
• Properly secure freight, including hazardous materials and general commodities, in accordance with safety regulations.
• Monitor and maintain reefer (refrigerated trailer) temperature settings for temperature-sensitive goods, including fresh produce and perishable items.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections jointly with co-driver, including checking tires, lights, brakes, and refrigeration systems.
• Oversee overall vehicle condition and ensure compliance with safety and maintenance standards.
• Perform basic roadside repairs and coordinate with maintenance teams for major issues.
• Maintain accurate records of cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled, and fuel consumption using electronic logging devices (ELD).
• Communicate with dispatch regarding trip status, delays, and delivery updates.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation, safety, and regulatory requirements during operations.

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• AZ class license

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Refrigerated

Transportation/travel experience

• Long-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Physically demanding
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience

How to apply
By email
jobattransportontime@gmail.com

In person
2525 Brookdale Ave
Cornwall, ON K6J 5X9
Between 09:00 AM and 04:00 PM