truck driver

Additional Information

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 65 hours per week
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: Experience an asset

Tasks

• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• 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
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate

Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Concrete mixing
• Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)

Communication systems experience

• Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

• Provincial/territorial

Security and safety

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

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Large workload
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Long term benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Other benefits