truck driver

Tasks

• Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed
• 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
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
• Load and unload goods
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform preventive maintenance

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Forklift Operator Certification
• Skid Control Training

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

• Dry bulk

Transportation / travel experience

• Local
• Provincial / territorial
• Short-haul

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Tools
• Safety vest
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Night
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime required
• Overtime available

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities