Overview
Languages
English
Education
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No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Address customers' complaints or concerns
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Professionalism in customer service
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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 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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Perform preventive maintenance
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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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Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
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Accident or incident reports
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Bill of lading
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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
Communication systems experience
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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
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Provincial/territorial
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Short-haul
Additional information
Security and safety
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Basic security clearance
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Criminal record check
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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
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Attention to detail
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Handling heavy loads
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Physically demanding
Weight handling
Own tools/equipment
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Cellular phone
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Hard hat
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Steel-toed safety boots
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Safety vest
Personal suitability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Flexibility
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Judgement
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Disability benefits
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Health care plan
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Vision care benefits
Other benefits
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Free parking available
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Learning/training paid by employer
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.