Truck Driver

Job summary

Operate straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, including dangerous goods, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Inspect and maintain vehicles, perform brake adjustments and roadside repairs, record trip and cargo details, communicate with dispatch, and coach colleagues on work techniques.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience Experience an asset On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Green job Help - Green job – Help Green job – Help Green jobs contribute to environmental preservation, conservation, and restoration. Learn more about green jobs. This information was provided by the employer; it was not verified by Job Bank. The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target. Responsibilities Tasks Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques Mountain driving expertise Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy 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 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 Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Driver's License (Class 1 or A) Experience and specialization Transportation/travel experience Local Regional Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Weight handling More than 45 kg (100 lbs) Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Organized Hardworking

What you’ll do

Operate straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, including dangerous goods, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Inspect and maintain vehicles, perform brake adjustments and roadside repairs, record trip and cargo details, communicate with dispatch, and coach colleagues on work techniques.

Requirements

A secondary school graduation certificate is listed, and experience is an asset. Applicants need a Class 1 or A driver's licence and an Air Brake (Z) endorsement; local and regional transportation experience is relevant.

Listed skills

• Organization · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Truck Driving
• Mountain Driving
• Load And Unload Goods
• Vehicle Inspection
• Preventive Maintenance
• Brake Adjustment
• Emergency Roadside Repairs
• Dangerous Goods Handling
• Cargo Safety And Security
• Tarping
• Dispatch Communication
• Hours Of Service Recording
• Heavy Load Handling
• Attention To Detail
• Interpersonal Skills
• Organization

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability