Overview

Languages

English

Education

- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

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
- Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
- 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
- Transport and handle dangerous goods

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- AZ class license
- Air Brakes 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

Transportation/travel experience

- Long-haul
- Provincial/territorial

Specialization or experience

- Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Additional information

Security and safety

- Valid passport
- Criminal record 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
- Repetitive tasks
- Sitting

Weight handling

- Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
- Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

- Cellular phone
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Tools
- Gloves

Personal suitability

- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
- Patience

Perks

Other benefits

- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- Other benefits
- Team building opportunities

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