Overview

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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.

Work setting

Various locations

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 Address customers' complaints or concerns 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 brake adjustments Perform emergency roadside repairs 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

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 Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

Flatbed

Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Attention to detail

Handling heavy loads Large workload Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting

Own tools/equipment

Cellular phone

Hard hat Steel-toed safety boots Safety vest Gloves

Personal suitability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Patience

Benefits

Other benefits

Free parking available

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

Support for youths

Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Indigenous people

Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers

Supports for visible minorities

Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities