Job requirements
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate; Driver's License (Class 1 or A); Air Brake (Z) Endorsement; Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR) Certificate; AZ class license
Experience
7 months to less than 1 year
- Specific Skills
- Perform preventive maintenance; Load and unload goods; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials; Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo; Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment; Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption; Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
- Documentation Knowledge
- Accident or incident reports; Trip reports; Maintenance and repair reports; Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip); Dangerous goods occurrence reports; Driver logbook; Bill of lading
- Communication Systems Experience
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment; Trip recorder (on-board computer)
- Additional Skills
- Address customers' complaints or concerns; Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques; Professionalism in customer service
- Weight Handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
- Security and Safety
- Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check; Basic security clearance
- Own Tools/Equipment
- Hard hat; Cellular phone
- Transportation/Travel Information
- Willing to travel for extended periods; Willing to travel overnight; Valid driver's licence; Drive manual transmission vehicle
- Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Sitting; Large workload; Overtime required
- Work Location Information
- Remote location; Various locations
- Type of Trucking and Equipment
- Tractor-trailer; Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles); Flatbed
- Transportation/Travel Experience
- Regional; National; Local; Provincial/territorial; Short-haul
- Personal Suitability
- Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized
Employment groups
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This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Students, Veterans, Visible minorities
Advertised until
2021-02-16
Intended job posting audience
Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.