Found Description
Job Description
Canadian Lynden Transport is looking for a driver for tractor and trailer combination or straight truck to transport cargo freight. May pickup, load, unload and deliver cargo freight.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Drive vehicle to specified destination in accordance with company procedures and governmental regulations.
- Maintain telephone/radio contact with dispatcher to receive pick‑up or delivery instructions.
- Load and unload trailer with or without mechanical freight‑handling equipment. Ensure load stability using cargo straps, tarps, ropes, chains, lumber and other tools. Perform lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying of freight.
- Hook and unhook trailers from tractor.
- Inspect tractor or truck for defects before, during and after trips and submit reports indicating condition of equipment items such as tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil and water. Install and remove tire chains as req...