Dump Truck Driver Job

Overview
Languages
English

Education
No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience
Experience an asset

Location
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

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
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 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
AZ class license
DZ class license

Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment
Dump truck

Communication systems experience
Citizens band (CB) radio
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience
Local
Provincial/territorial
Short-haul

Additional information
Security and safety
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail

Own tools/equipment
Cellular phone
Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player

Benefits
Other benefits
Free parking available