Overview

Languages

English

Education

- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On the road

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

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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
- Address customers' complaints or concerns
- Professionalism in customer service
- Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
- Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
- Load and unload goods
- Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
- 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
- Perform preventive maintenance
- 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

- Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
- Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR) Certificate
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

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

- Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
- Tractor-trailer

Food specialties

- Fish and seafood

Transportation/travel experience

- International
- Long-haul
- National
- Provincial/territorial

Additional information

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Attention to detail
- Handling heavy loads
- Physically demanding

Own tools/equipment

- Cellular phone

Personal suitability

- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player

Advantages

Financial benefits

- Mileage paid
- Piece work

Other benefits

- Free parking available
- Other benefits
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- Team building opportunities
- Travel insurance

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