Driver, Truck

Job summary

Operate straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, plan or adjust routes, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Inspect and maintain vehicle condition, complete required trip and cargo records, communicate with dispatch, and address customer concerns.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education No degree, certificate or diploma Experience 3 years to less than 5 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 Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques Professionalism in customer service 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 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 Air Brakes Endorsement Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge Accident or incident reports Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Maintenance and repair reports Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment Roll-off truck Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Trip recorder (on-board computer) Transportation/travel experience Local Short-haul Additional information Security and safety Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Medical exam Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Weight handling Up to 45 kg (100 lbs) Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player

What you’ll do

Operate straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, plan or adjust routes, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Inspect and maintain vehicle condition, complete required trip and cargo records, communicate with dispatch, and address customer concerns.

Requirements

The role requires 3 to less than 5 years of experience, an AZ class licence, and an Air Brakes (Z) endorsement; no degree, certificate, or diploma is required. Candidates should be able to handle physically demanding work and heavy loads, and demonstrate reliability, flexibility, organization, sound judgment, and customer-service professionalism.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Reliability · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Route Planning · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Truck Driving
• Route Planning
• GPS Navigation
• Customer Service
• Loading And Unloading
• Vehicle Inspection
• Emergency Roadside Repairs
• Cargo Safety
• Dispatch Communication
• Driver Logbook Documentation
• Roll-Off Truck Operation
• Air Brakes
• AZ Class Licence
• Local And Short-Haul Transportation
• Attention To Detail
• Reliability

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Construction