Overview Languages English Education
• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience Experience an asset On the road Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee. 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
• 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 brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip,
en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
• Transport and handle dangerous goods Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge
• Driver logbook
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment
• Flatbed Transportation/travel experience
• International
• Local
• Long-haul
• National
• Provincial/territorial