Truck Driver

Job summary

Operate straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, including dangerous goods, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Plan routes, communicate with dispatch, maintain trip and cargo records, inspect and maintain vehicles, and handle payments and roadside repairs as needed.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience Experience No experience (will train) On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Calculate fixed assets and depreciation Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed 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 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 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 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 Transport and handle dangerous goods Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses AZ class license Driver's License (Class 1 or A) Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge Accident or incident reports Driver logbook Trip reports Additional information Security and safety Driver's validity licence check Transportation/travel information Willing to travel cross-border Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Sitting Own tools/equipment Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Patience

What you’ll do

Operate straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, including dangerous goods, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Plan routes, communicate with dispatch, maintain trip and cargo records, inspect and maintain vehicles, and handle payments and roadside repairs as needed.

Requirements

A secondary school graduation certificate or equivalent experience is listed, and no prior experience is required because training will be provided. Applicants need an AZ/ Class 1 or A driver's licence and should be prepared for on-site work, cross-border travel, and physically demanding driving duties.

Listed skills

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

Other relevant skills

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• Truck Driving
• Route Planning
• GPS Navigation
• Mountain Driving
• Customer Service
• Loading And Unloading
• Vehicle Inspection
• Preventive Maintenance
• Emergency Roadside Repairs
• Brake Adjustments
• Dangerous Goods Handling
• Cargo Tarping And Security
• Trip Documentation
• Dispatch Communication
• Cross-Border Travel

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Security & Safety

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