Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 50 to 60 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years or equivalent experience 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 Coach colleagues on recent methods or work techniques Professionalism in customer service Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations 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 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 Type of trucking and equipment Flatbed Tractor-trailer Tractor-trailer B train Communication systems experience Citizens band (CB) radio Operate GPS (Global Positioning System)
and other navigation equipment Trip recorder (on-board computer) Transportation/travel experience International Long-haul National Provincial/territorial Security and safety Valid passport Basic security clearance Criminal record check Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test Medical exam 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 Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Sitting Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Own tools/equipment Cellular phone Steel-toed safety boots Tools Gloves Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Patience Screening questions Are you available for shift or on-call work? Do you have experience working in this field? Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting? Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)? Government programs Recognized employer Workplace information On the road job Other benefits Free parking available