Driver, truck

Job summary

Drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Plan or adjust routes, inspect and maintain awareness of vehicle condition, communicate with dispatch, and record cargo, service hours, distance, and fuel use.

Job details

Overview Languages French Education No degree, certificate or diploma Experience 1 to less than 7 months On the road Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee. 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 Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques Professionalism in customer service Drive lighter, special purpose trucks 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle 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 Driver's License (Class 1 or A) Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Financial benefits Life insurance Pension plan Other Benefits Other benefits

What you’ll do

Drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Plan or adjust routes, inspect and maintain awareness of vehicle condition, communicate with dispatch, and record cargo, service hours, distance, and fuel use.

Requirements

The posting requires a Class 1 or Class A driver's license and 1 to less than 7 months of experience. No degree, certificate, or diploma is required; French is listed under languages.

Benefits

• Health Benefits • Dental Plan • Disability Benefits • Health Care Plan • Life Insurance • Pension Plan • Other Benefits

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Route Planning · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Route Planning
• GPS Navigation
• Fuel-Efficient Driving
• Customer Service
• Truck Driving
• Loading and Unloading
• Vehicle Inspection
• Dispatch Communication
• Cargo Documentation
• Hours-of-Service Recording
• Cargo Tarping and Security
• Colleague Coaching

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Manufacturing