truck driver

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• 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 emergency roadside repairs
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 to 50 hours per week