Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: No experience (will train) Work setting Various locations Tasks Mountain driving expertise Professionalism in customer service Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Drive lighter, special purpose trucks 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 brake adjustments Perform emergency roadside repairs Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses AZ class license Air Brakes Endorsement 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 Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment Flatbed Communication systems experience Citizens band (CB) radio Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience Local Long-haul Provincial/territorial Short-haul Security and safety Valid passport Driver''s validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test Transportation/travel information Drive manual transmission vehicle 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 Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Own tools/equipment Cellular phone Hard hat Steel-toed safety boots Safety vest Gloves Personal suitability Effective interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Patience Employment terms options Early morning Evening Shift Morning Night Employment terms options On call Day Weekend Overtime required Overtime available Green job Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes Workplace information On the road job Health advantages Dental plan Financial benefits Bonus Other benefits Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer Parking available