About Synergy: Strategically based in Vancouver, British Columbia with satellite offices located across North America; Synergy provides multi-modal freight transportation services and logistics solutions with a focus on customer service. Our services include: carrier management, intermodal transportation services, brokerage, freight management, logistics planning and cost analysis.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform preventive maintenance;
- Load and unload goods;
- Receive and relay information to central dispatch;
- Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials;
- Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo;
- Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy;
- Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment;
- Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes;
- Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption;
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
- Weight Handling up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Education requirements:
- No degree, certificate or diploma
Credentials (Certification and Licensing):
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A);
- Air Brakes Endorsement
Work Experience Requirements:
- Must have international long haul experience.
Documentation Knowledge:
- Accident or incident reports;
- Trans-border documentation;
- Maintenance and repair reports;
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip);
- Driver logbook; Bill of lading
Communication Systems Experience:
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- Must be able to communicate in English
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:
- Handling heavy loads;
- Physically demanding
Security and Safety:
- Driving record check (abstract);
- Medical exam;
- Drug test;
- Criminal record check;
- Valid passport
Type of Trucking and Equipment:
To apply, you can send your CV or resume to: afroz@synergytruckingltd.com or visit us in person at Suite 201, 8185 120A Street, Surrey, BC V3W 3P2 Between 10:00 AM and 04:00 PM.