Truck Driver

Original job posting

Operate straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, including dangerous goods, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Inspect and maintain vehicles, complete required trip and cargo records, obtain permits for international routes, and perform roadside repairs when needed.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience No experience (will train) On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Mountain driving expertise Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Drive lighter, special purpose trucks Load and unload goods 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 Pay and receive payments for goods Perform brake adjustments 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 Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses AZ class license Air Brakes Endorsement Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Experience and specialization Type of trucking and equipment Tractor-trailer Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for newcomers and refugees Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees Does not require Canadian work experience Support for youths Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth Support for Veterans Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market Support for Indigenous people Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers

What you’ll do

Operate straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, including dangerous goods, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Inspect and maintain vehicles, complete required trip and cargo records, obtain permits for international routes, and perform roadside repairs when needed.

Requirements

A secondary school graduation certificate and an AZ class licence with an Air Brake (Z) endorsement are listed. No prior experience is required, as training is available; the role involves tractor-trailer work and requires on-site attendance.

Listed skills

• Training · Preferred
• English · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• materials · Preferred
• Preventive · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Mountain Driving
• Tractor-Trailer Operation
• Straight Truck Operation
• Dangerous Goods Handling
• Cargo Loading and Unloading
• Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspections
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Emergency Roadside Repairs
• Brake Adjustments
• Air Brakes
• Cargo Securement and Tarping
• Hours-of-Service and Trip Recordkeeping
• International Cargo Transport
• Route and Travel Planning

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades