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Join Our Team as a Long Haul Truck Driver!
Company: McConnell Transport
Location: Jacksonville, NB
Job Category: Transportation
About the Job
Are you ready to hit the open road and embark on an exciting career as a Long Haul Truck Driver? At McConnell Transport, we are looking for dedicated individuals who are passionate about driving and delivering exceptional service. This is a permanent position with the opportunity to work 40 to 60 hours per week, where you will be an integral part of our transportation team.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and adjust routes using GPS and other navigation devices to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
- Provide professionalism in customer service while driving as part of a two-person team or convoy.
- Obtain special permits and documents required for transporting cargo on international routes.
- Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
- Oversee vehicle condition and perform inspections on tires, lights, brakes, and cold storage equipment.
- Conduct pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections, ensuring all aspects of the vehicle are in order.
- Communicate effectively with central dispatch and record cargo information, hours of service, distance traveled, and fuel consumption.
Requirements
- Employment Duration: Permanent
- Language: English
- Education: No degree, certificate, or diploma required
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years in a similar role
- Work Setting: Various locations
Certificates and Licenses
- AZ class license
- Air Brakes Endorsement
- Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi-trailer trucks)
- Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR) Certificate
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation Knowledge
- Accident or incident reports
- Bill of lading
- Driver logbook
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Trans-border documentation
- Trip reports
Transportation/Travel Information
- Willing to travel cross-border and for extended periods
- Valid driver's license and passport
- Willing to travel overnight
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Weight handling up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal Suitability
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Flexibility, judgment, and organizational skills
- Reliability and a strong team player attitude
- Hardworking and dedicated to safety
Health and Financial Benefits
- Comprehensive health care plan, including dental and vision care benefits
- Group insurance and life insurance
- Mileage paid and travel insurance
Salary
Annual salary ranges from $62,000.00 to $82,000.00 (to be negotiated).
If you are ready to take the next step in your driving career with McConnell Transport, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team!
Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.