Overview

Languages

English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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
Coach colleagues on recent methods or work techniques
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
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 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
AZ class license
Air Brakes Endorsement
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

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
Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience
International
Long-haul
National
Provincial/territorial
Regional

Additional information

Security and safety
Basic security clearance
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test

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
Large workload
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Sitting

Weight handling
Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Own tools/equipment
Cellular phone

Personal suitability
Productive interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Hardworking
Patience

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