long haul truck driver

Additional Information

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: Experience an asset

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports

Communication systems experience

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

Security and safety

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

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Financial benefits

• Mileage paid
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week