Work Term : PermanentWork Language : EnglishHours : 32 to 44 hours per weekEducation : Secondary (high) school graduation certificateExperience : 1 year to less than 2 yearsTasks
- 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
- Mountain driving expertise
- Professionalism in customer service
- Load and unload goods
- 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 emergency roadside repairs
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
- Perform preventive maintenance
- Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
- Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- AZ class license
- Air Brakes Endorsement
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation knowledge
- Accident or incident reports
- Bill of lading
- Driver logbook
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Maintenance and repair reports
Transportation / travel experience
- Local
- Regional
Security and safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation / travel information
- Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Handling heavy loads
- Large workload
- Physically demanding
- Repetitive tasks
- Sitting
Personal suitability
- Excellent oral communication
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Team player
- Hardworking
Screening questions
- Are you authorized to work in Canada?
- Are you available for shift or on-call work?
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?