long haul truck driver

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tasks

• 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
• 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 brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Documentation knowledge

• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Type of trucking and equipment

• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Basic security clearance
• Drug test

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Cellular phone
• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety vest
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Team player
• Hardworking

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening
• Flexible hours
• Morning
• Night
• On call

Experience

• Will train

Employment terms options

• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime required

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available