Transport Truck Driver
| Published | October 28, 2025 |
| Location | Halifax, NS, Canada |
| Category | Driver |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Working Hours | 35 to 44 hours per week |
| Base Salary | $ 23.05 |
| Salary Units | Hour |
Description
Overview
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
1 to less than 7 months
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
Mountain driving expertise
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
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
Pay and receive payments for goods
Perform brake adjustments
Perform emergency roadside repairs
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Perform preventive maintenance
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
AZ class license
Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trans-border documentation
Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Roll-off truck
Extended length tractor-trailer combination
Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
Long-haul
Provincial/territorial
Specialization or experience
Specialized environmental skills and knowledge
Additional information
Security and safety
Valid passport
Basic security clearance
Driver's validity licence check
Please send your resume/CV
