Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 to 44 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years Work setting Various locations Tasks Calculate fixed assets and depreciation 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 Address customers'' complaints or concerns Mountain driving expertise Professionalism in customer service Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials 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 Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks) Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Driver''s License (Class 1 or A) 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 Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles) Tractor-trailer Transportation/travel experience Long-haul Provincial/territorial Security and safety Driving record check (abstract) Drug test 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) Personal suitability Effective interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Patience Employment terms options Early morning Government programs Recognized employer Employment terms options Evening Employment terms options Shift Morning Night On call Day Weekend Overtime required Green job Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes Other benefits Free parking available