Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 50 to 60 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: Experience an asset or equivalent experience Work setting Various locations Tasks 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 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 Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Air Brake (Z) 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)
Type of trucking and equipment Refrigerated Tractor-trailer Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Trip recorder (on-board computer) Transportation/travel experience Long-haul Security and safety Valid passport Driver''s validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test Medical exam Transportation/travel information Valid driver''s licence Willing to travel cross-border Willing to travel for extended periods Willing to travel internationally Willing to travel overnight Work conditions and physical capabilities Repetitive tasks Sitting Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability Flexibility Reliability Team player Employment terms options Early morning Evening Morning Night Employment terms options Day Weekend