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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate
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
Tractor-trailer
Transportation/travel experience
Local
Provincial/territorial
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Driver's validity licence check
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licence
Willing to travel for extended periods
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Sitting
Weight handling
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety boots
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?
Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Are you currently a student?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you live near the job location?
Workplace information
On the road job
Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Other benefits
Free parking available
Team building opportunities
Parking available
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Class 1 truck driver • Edwardsville, NS, CA
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