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Driver, truck needed in Canada by Transport Gaston Nadeau inc.
Truck Driver Job Description
A Truck Driver is responsible for transporting goods, materials, and equipment safely and efficiently between warehouses, distribution centers, businesses, and customer locations. They operate commercial trucks while complying with traffic laws, company policies, and transportation regulations. Truck Drivers inspect their vehicles before and after each trip, plan efficient delivery routes, secure cargo properly, and maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage, and vehicle inspections. They may also assist with loading and unloading cargo, communicate with dispatchers and customers regarding delivery schedules, and report any vehicle issues or delays. Their role is essential in ensuring goods are delivered safely, on time, and in excellent condition while supporting the smooth operation of the supply chain.
Main Responsibilities:
- Operate commercial trucks safely and efficiently.
- Transport goods and materials to assigned destinations.
- Inspect vehicles before and after trips for safety and maintenance.
- Secure cargo and assist with loading and unloading when required.
- Maintain delivery logs, mileage records, and transportation documents.
- Follow traffic laws, company policies, and safety regulations.
- Report vehicle maintenance issues, accidents, or delivery delays.
- Communicate with dispatchers and customers regarding deliveries.
Important Skills:
A successful Truck Driver should have excellent driving skills, knowledge of commercial vehicle regulations, strong time management and route planning abilities, attention to detail, good communication and customer service skills, problem-solving abilities, physical stamina, and the ability to work independently. Reliability, responsibility, basic vehicle maintenance knowledge, and a strong commitment to safe driving practices are also essential for success in this role.
Job details
- Location: Saint-Jean-Baptiste, QCJ0L 2B0
- Work location: On site
- Salary: 26.05 to 28.15 hourly (To be negotiated) / 50 to 60 hours per week
- Terms of employment: Permanent employmentFull time
- Early morning, Evening, Night, Weekend, To be determined
- Starts as soon as possible
- Benefits: Financial benefits
- vacancies: 2 vacancies
- Source: Job Bank #3609643
Overview
Languages
French
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
- Professionalism in customer service
- 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 condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
- Perform brake adjustments
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
- Receive and relay information to central dispatch
- Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
- Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
Additional information
Security and safety
- Driver’s validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
- Drive manual transmission vehicle
- Valid driver’s licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Attention to detail
Own tools/equipment
- Cellular phone
- Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
- Flexibility
- Reliability
- Hardworking
- Patience
Benefits
Financial benefits
- As per collective agreement
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Night shift premium
Who can apply for this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
- other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit
How to apply
By Direct Apply Help – Applying by Direct Apply
Additional ways to apply
By phone
450-889-7237 extension 225 Between 08:00 a.m. and 04:00 p.m.
Advertised until
2026-07-11
