truck driver

• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : Experience an asset

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
• 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 brake adjustments
• 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

Documentation knowledge

Driver logbook

Communication systems experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation / travel experience

• Local
• Long-haul
• Provincial / territorial

Security and safety

Driver's validity licence check

Transportation / travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Weight handling

Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 hours per week
30+ days ago