Overview

Languages

English

Education

- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Responsibilities

Tasks

- 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
- 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
- Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- AZ class license

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

- Accident or incident reports
- Bill of lading
- Driver logbook




- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Maintenance and repair reports
- Trans-border documentation
- Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

- Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

- Local

Additional information

Security and safety

- Basic security clearance
- Criminal record check
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Drug test
- Medical exam

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Attention to detail
- Handling heavy loads
- Physically demanding

Weight handling

- Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

- Cellular phone
- Hard hat
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Tools
- Safety vest
- Gloves

Personal suitability

- Effective interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
- Hardworking
- Patience

📌 truck driver (Calgary)
🏢 Thar West Trucking
📍 Calgary