moving truck driver
Responsible for driving various trucks, planning efficient routes, and ensuring the safe transport and delivery of cargo. Tasks include performing vehicle inspections, managing transport documentation, and handling the loading and unloading of goods.
- On-site
- Toronto, ON
- Posted Sep 6, 2026
- Apply by Oct 3, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 7 months to less than 1 year On the road Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee. Work setting Various locations Responsibilities Tasks Calculate fixed assets and depreciation 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 Address customers' complaints or concerns Mountain driving expertise Professionalism in customer service 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 Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment Perform brake adjustments 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 AZ class license Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge Accident or incident reports Bill of lading Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Maintenance and repair reports Trans-border documentation Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment Extended length tractor-trailer combination Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles) Tractor-trailer Tractor-trailer A train Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Transportation/travel experience International Local Long-haul National Provincial/territorial Regional Short-haul Additional information Security and safety Valid passport Basic security clearance Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test Transportation/travel information Willing to travel cross-border Willing to travel for extended periods Willing to travel internationally Willing to travel overnight Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Large workload Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Own tools/equipment Cellular phone Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Patience
What you’ll do
Responsible for driving various trucks, planning efficient routes, and ensuring the safe transport and delivery of cargo. Tasks include performing vehicle inspections, managing transport documentation, and handling the loading and unloading of goods.
Requirements
Requires a high school diploma, an AZ class license with Air Brake (Z) endorsement, and 7 to 12 months of experience. Candidates must be willing to travel internationally and overnight, and pass security and drug screenings.
Listed skills
- Customer servicePreferred
- Route PlanningPreferred
- Vehicle InspectionPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Route Planning
- GPS Navigation
- Customer Service
- Vehicle Inspection
- Cargo Security
- Tarping
- Brake Adjustment
- Logbook Maintenance
- International Transport
- Heavy Load Handling
- Defensive Driving
- Trans-border Documentation
Job areas
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Trades
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Oct 3, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
