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