Cross Border Long Haul Truck Driver
- An excellent pay package, working conditions and benefits. - The role involves 4 to 5 days of overnight trips and must be able to load & unload as needed
Western Logistics is a specialized furniture transportation company. We transport new office and residential furniture throughout North America. In our niche market, we have an excellent reputation and look to hire new drivers who want to work with pride!
Our company is Federally regulated and we are governed and adhere to the Canada Lobour Code. We have a family atmosphere, and we aim to provide the best environment we can for all employees. As our drivers, you are the face of the company on delivery and pickups. We call ourselves …the uncommon carrier.
Dispatch Location: Western Logistics Toronto - 2750 Drew Road, Mississauga, ON
Shifts: Full Time
Job Type: Permanent
Pay Range: $0.55 to $0.61 on Payroll NOT under a Corporation
Our primary states we cover each week, within the 800-to-900-mile radius which would include;
- IL,WI,MN
- OH,IN,KY,NC
- PA,MD,VA
- NY,NJ,CT,MA,RI
DRIVER POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
· Drive professionally, showing experience and pride in your work, while adhering to all governing laws and standards of professional care and all safety protocols.
· Establish & maintain solid relationships with our customers.
. Documenting information such as fuel usage, mileage driven using a logbook or electronic device
. Complete proper truck pre-trip, inter trip and post trip inspections
. Maintain a safe and clean environment for yourself, your co-workers and out customers. Image is important!
· Pick-up & deliveries utilizing a tractor & trailer combination.
· Regular trailer switch work between our Edmonton and Calgary terminals
· Plan travel schedules and route using tablet and other trip planning aids, including ensuring that all permits are inorder for any cross jurisdictional trips.
· Truck Telematics will be utilized to monitor speeding, harsh turns, following too close, etc, and this data is reviewed and monitored monthly.
· Ensure order accuracy upon accepting or delivering to the customer.
· Verification that product is in good condition, notating any issues on bill of lading or delivery receipt. Paperwork important in our business.
· All units have Electronic Log Devices and routing tablets, company specific training will be provided.
· Ensure all appropriate reports, such as pre-trips, inter-trip and post-trip inpsections are legibly completed and accurate. Daily logs, notating all requirements under the law are to submitted in a timely fashion.
· Maintain and complete fuel reporting for use with Fuel card management and IFTA.
· Maintain a safe and clean environment for yourself, your co-workers and our customers.Image is important!
· Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs and assist in loading/offloading of product in and out
of trailer.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
· CDL AZ License Required
· Clean abstract
. Ability to travel into the US with valid passport or Fast Card
· A positive attitude, strong work ethic and great customer service skills.
· Ability to lift up to 55 lbs., and the ability to maneuver merchandise in excess of 100 lbs. using appropriate assistance equipment.
· Attention to detail.
· Bondable, clean MVR.
· Minimum 3 years experience, with 1 year minimum cross border experience
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
· Self-starters that can work on their own and in a team environment.
· Logistics and/or warehouse experience is preferred, but not necessary.
· Positive can-do attitude and the aptitude to back that up.
WE OFFER
- Newer Equipment- automatic transmissions
- Steady miles, safety bonus, competitive pay package
- Paid pick-up, drop-off and layovers
- Great Work Environment
- Company Provided Uniforms
- RRSP program
- Benefits - Sponsored extended medical, dental, life insurance, etc.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you willing to complete a criminal background record check as a condition of employment
Experience:
- Cross Border : 1 year (required)
- Driving: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
