Transport Truck Driver

Job summary

Plan and adjust routes, operate straight trucks and tractor-trailers to transport goods, and provide professional customer service. Inspect and maintain vehicles, handle cargo safely, communicate with dispatch, and record trip, cargo, service-hour, distance, and fuel information.

Job details

Overview Languages French Education No degree, certificate or diploma Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks 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 Professionalism in customer service Load and unload goods 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 Receive and relay information to central dispatch Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks) Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles) Driver's License (Class 1 or A) Extended Trailer Combination Permit or Endorsement Experience and specialization Type of trucking and equipment Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles) Tractor-trailer Communication systems experience Trip recorder (on-board computer) Transportation/travel experience Local Long-haul Provincial/territorial Regional Short-haul Additional information Security and safety Criminal record check Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence Own tools/equipment Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Patience Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Paramedical services coverage Vision care benefits Financial benefits As per collective agreement Other Benefits Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer Parking available Variable or compressed work week Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for youths Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth Support for Indigenous people Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people

What you’ll do

Plan and adjust routes, operate straight trucks and tractor-trailers to transport goods, and provide professional customer service. Inspect and maintain vehicles, handle cargo safely, communicate with dispatch, and record trip, cargo, service-hour, distance, and fuel information.

Requirements

Applicants need 2 to less than 3 years of experience and a valid Class 1 or A driver's licence, with the listed truck-class licences and extended trailer combination permit or endorsement. The role requires on-site work, a clean driving record and licence checks, steel-toed safety boots, and no formal education credential.

Benefits

• Dental Plan
• Disability Benefits
• Health Care Plan
• Paramedical Services Coverage
• Vision Care Benefits
• Free Parking
• Paid Learning and Training
• Variable or Compressed Work Week

Listed skills

• Route Planning · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Route Planning
• GPS Navigation
• Customer Service
• Loading and Unloading
• Truck Operation
• Vehicle Inspection
• Emergency Roadside Repairs
• Preventive Maintenance
• Dispatch Communication
• Cargo Documentation
• Hours-of-Service Recording
• Cargo Tarping and Security
• Trip Recorder Operation
• Long-Haul Driving
• Local and Regional Driving
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics

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