Truck driver Job

Languages
English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
Experience an asset

On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting
Various locations

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
Load and unload goods
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 brake adjustments
Perform emergency roadside repairs
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Perform preventive maintenance
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
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

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

Type of trucking and equipment
Extended length tractor-trailer combination
Flatbed
Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Tractor-trailer
Tractor-trailer B train

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

Transportation/travel experience
Long-haul
National
Provincial/territorial

Additional information

Security and safety
Basic security clearance
Criminal record check
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test

Transportation/travel information
Drive manual transmission vehicle
Valid driver's licence
Willing to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks

Weight handling
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment
Cellular phone
Hard hat
Steel-toed safety boots
Safety vest

Personal suitability
Flexibility
Organized
Reliability
Team player

Benefits
Other benefits
Free parking available
Team building opportunities