Responsibilities Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
Trans-border documentation
Long-haul
Short-haul
Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
Load and unload goods
Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
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
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses AZ class license
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
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 Extended length tractor-trailer combination
Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Tractor-trailer
Tractor-trailer A train
Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience International
Local
Long-haul
National
Provincial/territorial
Regional
Short-haul
Security and safety Valid passport
Basic security clearance
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test
Transportation/travel information Willing to travel cross-border
Willing to travel for extended periods
Willing to travel internationally
Willing to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Sitting
Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Own tools/equipment Cellular phone
Personal suitability Productive interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Hardworking
Patience
Screening questions Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Employment terms options Early morning
Evening
Shift
Morning
Night
On call
Day
Weekend
Workplace information On the road job