truck driver

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  
  

Experience

Will train

On site

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

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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
• 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
  
  

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports
  
  

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
  
  

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
  
  

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
  
  

Support for youths

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
  
  

Support for Indigenous people

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers