Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
WORK SETTING
- Various locations
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
- Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
- 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
- Transport and handle dangerous goods
CREDENTIALS
CERTIFICATES, LICENCES,
MEMBERSHIPS, AND COURSES
- Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
DOCUMENTATION KNOWLEDGE
- Accident or incident reports
- Bill of lading
- Driver logbook
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Trip reports
TYPE OF TRUCKING AND EQUIPMENT
- Tractor-trailer
COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS EXPERIENCE
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
- Trip recorder (on-board computer)
TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL EXPERIENCE
- Long-haul
SECURITY AND SAFETY
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)