long haul truck driver

• Education : No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience : Will train

Work setting

Various locations

Tasks

• 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
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Type of trucking and equipment

Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Support for newcomers and refugees

Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)

Support for youths

Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth

Support for mature workers

• Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 to 60 hours per week
5 days ago