Work Term : PermanentWork Language : EnglishHours : 30 hours per weekEducation : Secondary (high) school graduation certificateExperience : Experience an assetTasks
- 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
- Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
- 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
- Pay and receive payments for goods
- Perform brake adjustments
- Perform emergency roadside repairs
- Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Air Brakes Endorsement
- Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
Transportation / travel experience
- Long-haul
- National
- Provincial / territorial
- Regional
- Short-haul
Security and safety
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation / travel information
- Valid driver's licence
- Willing to travel for extended periods
- Willing to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Attention to detail
- Handling heavy loads
- Large workload
- Physically demanding
- Repetitive tasks
- Sitting
Personal suitability
- Judgement
- Organized
- Team player
- Patience
Screening questions
- Are you authorized to work in Canada?
- Do you have experience working in this field?
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Financial benefits
- Gasoline paid
Other benefits
- Learning / training paid by employer
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- Transportation provided by employer
- Travel insurance