Overview
Languages
English
Education
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No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
Experience an asset
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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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
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Address customers' complaints or concerns
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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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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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Transport and handle dangerous goods
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Air Brakes Endorsement
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Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
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Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
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First Aid Certificate
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Hydrogen Sulphide Awareness (H2S) Certificate
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Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate
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Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
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Accident or incident reports
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Dangerous goods occurrence reports
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Driver logbook
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Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
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Maintenance and repair reports
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Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
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Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
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Tractor-trailer
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Tractor-trailer A train
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Tractor-trailer B train
Communication systems experience
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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
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Local
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Long-haul
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Short-haul
Additional information
Security and safety
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Driver's validity licence check
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Driving record check (abstract)
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Drug test
Transportation/travel information
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Valid driver's licence
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Willing to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Weight handling
Personal suitability
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Excellent oral communication
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Flexibility
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Reliability
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Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Health care plan
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Vision care benefits
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.