Canada/US Long Haul Driver

Canada/US Long Haul Driver Purpose: The Long-Haul Truck Driver transports goods safely and efficiently between Canada and the United States, ensuring on-time delivery while complying with all transportation regulations, company policies, and safety standards. This role supports the company’s cross-border operations by maintaining professionalism, reliability, and a strong focus on road and freight safety. Reports to: This position reports to the Director of Fleet Operations. Responsibilities: Operate heavy-duty trucks to transport freight across Canada and the U.S. Plan routes, meet delivery schedules, and manage hours of service in compliance with federal and provincial/state regulations. Ensure accurate completion of bills of lading, logbooks, and other trip documentation. Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment. Follow Canadian and U.S. transportation laws, including DOT and NSC regulations. Report defects, accidents, or violations promptly to dispatch or fleet management. Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of assigned trucks and trailers. Collaborate with the workshop team to schedule repairs and preventive maintenance. Interact professionally with clients, shippers, and receivers. Handle freight with care to prevent damage during loading, transport, and unloading. Communicate regularly with dispatch regarding trip progress, delays, and challenges. Support co-drivers in team driving situations when applicable. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Qualifications: Valid Class 1/A (Canada) Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement. Minimum 2 years of long-haul or cross-border driving experience is preferred. Clean driver’s abstract and criminal background check. Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. highway routes, border crossing procedures, and safety regulations. Ability to operate electronic logging devices (ELDs) and navigation systems. Excellent time management, problem-solving, and communication skills. Flexibility to work extended hours, overnight trips, weekends, and holidays.

The driver is responsible for safely transporting freight across Canada and the U.S. while adhering to all transportation regulations and delivery schedules. They must also perform vehicle inspections, maintain accurate trip documentation, and communicate effectively with dispatch and clients.

Candidates must hold a valid Class 1/A Commercial Driver’s License with an air brake endorsement and have at least 2 years of long-haul driving experience. A clean driver’s abstract and criminal background check are required, along with knowledge of border crossing procedures and safety regulations.

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• CommunicationSouhaitée

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• Heavy-duty truck operation
• Cross-border transportation
• Route planning
• Logbook maintenance
• Vehicle inspection
• DOT regulations
• NSC regulations
• Electronic logging devices
• Navigation systems
• Time management
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Freight handling
• Air brake operation
• Pre-Trip And Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections
• Bill Of Lading
• Freight Handling
• Professionalism
• State Regulations
• Air Brakes
• Management
• Cleanliness
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Problem Solving
• Operations
• Safety Standards
• Time Management
• Loading And Unloading
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades
• Linehaul Driver
• Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver (General)
• Heavy Truck and Lorry Drivers
• Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine