short haul truck driver

Work setting

• Remote location

Tasks

• 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 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
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dump truck

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 to 50 hours per week