Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: Experience an asset 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 Load and unload goods 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 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 Brakes 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 Tractor-trailer Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Transportation/travel experience International Long-haul National Provincial/territorial Regional Security and safety Valid passport Driver''s validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Transportation/travel information Valid driver''s licence Willing to travel cross-border Willing to travel for extended periods Willing to travel overnight Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail 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 Screening questions Are you available for shift or on-call work? Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting? Do you have experience working in this field? Employment terms options Early morning Morning Employment terms options Day Workplace information On the road job