Overview

Languages

English

Education

- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work setting

- Relocation costs not covered by employer

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
- Mountain driving expertise
- Load and unload goods
- 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
- Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)





Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

- Accident or incident reports
- Driver logbook
- Maintenance and repair reports

Type of trucking and equipment

- Tractor-trailer B train

Communication systems experience

- Citizens band (CB) radio

Transportation/travel experience

- Local
- Provincial/territorial
- Short-haul

Area of specialization

- Automatic transmission

Additional information

Security and safety

- Criminal record check
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Drug test

Transportation/travel information

- Drive manual transmission vehicle
- Valid driver's licence

Own tools/equipment

- Hard hat
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Safety vest
- Gloves

Personal suitability

- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
- Hardworking
- Patience

📌 class 1 truck driver (Canada)
🏢 Dolon Transport
📍 Canada