driver, truck

DRIVERS R US


Date: 15 hours ago
City: Mississauga, Ontario
Salary: CA$36.1 per hour
Contract type: Full time
  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: English
  • Hours: 35 to 45 hours per week
  • Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  • Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

  • 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
  • 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
  • Operate and maintain off-loading liquid pumps and valves
  • Direct and oversee the loading and unloading of cargo

  • Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

  • AZ class license
  • Air Brakes Endorsement
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

  • Documentation knowledge

  • Accident or incident reports
  • Bill of lading
  • Dangerous goods occurrence reports
  • Driver logbook
  • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
  • Maintenance and repair reports
  • Trip reports

  • Type of trucking and equipment

  • Liquid bulk
  • Refrigerated
  • Tractor-trailer A train

  • Communication systems experience

  • Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
  • Trip recorder (on-board computer)

  • Transportation/travel experience

  • Local
  • Long-haul
  • National
  • Provincial/territorial
  • Regional
  • Short-haul

  • Security and safety

  • Bondable
  • Driver's validity licence check
  • Driving record check (abstract)

  • Transportation/travel information

  • Valid driver's licence
  • Willing to travel for extended periods
  • Willing to travel overnight

  • Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Attention to detail
  • Repetitive tasks
  • Sitting

  • Weight handling

  • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

  • Own tools/equipment

  • Cellular phone

  • Personal suitability

  • Flexibility
  • Judgement
  • Reliability
  • Patience

  • Screening questions

  • Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
  • Are you willing to relocate for this position?
  • Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
  • Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

  • Workplace information

  • On the road job

  • Other benefits

  • Parking available
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