Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 60 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: No experience (will train) Work setting Various locations Relocation costs covered by employer Tasks Address customers'' complaints or concerns Professionalism in customer service Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy 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 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 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) Maintenance and repair reports Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment Flatbed Refrigerated Tractor-trailer Tractor-trailer B train Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Transportation/travel experience Long-haul Security and safety Driving record check (abstract) Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Weight handling Up to 9 kg (20 lbs) Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Employment terms options Early morning Evening Morning Night Employment terms options Day Weekend Workplace information On the road job Financial advantages Group insurance benefits Other benefits Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer Parking available