truck driver

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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

• DZ class license

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 30 to 40 hours per week