Overview
Languages
English
Education
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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
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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
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Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
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Load and unload goods
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Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
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Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
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Perform brake adjustments
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Perform emergency roadside repairs
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Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
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Receive and relay information to central dispatch
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Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
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Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
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Transport and handle dangerous goods
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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AZ class license
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Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Experience and specialization
Type of trucking and equipment
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Extended length tractor-trailer combination
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Tractor-trailer
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Tractor-trailer A train
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Tractor-trailer B train
Transportation/travel experience
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Long-haul
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Provincial/territorial
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Physically demanding
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Repetitive tasks
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Sitting
Weight handling
Personal suitability
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Flexibility
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
- a Canadian citizen
- a permanent resident of Canada
- a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.