Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 50 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 1 to less than 7 months Work setting Various locations Tasks 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 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 Driver''s License (Class 1 or A) Documentation knowledge Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Type of trucking and equipment Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles) Communication systems experience Citizens band (CB) radio Transportation/travel experience Long-haul National Security and safety Driver''s validity licence check Transportation/travel information Valid driver''s licence Willing to travel for extended periods Willing to travel overnight Work conditions and physical capabilities Physically demanding Sitting Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Screening questions Do you have experience working in this field? Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting? Employment terms options Evening Flexible schedule Morning Night Day Weekend Workplace information On the road job