Truck Driver

Job summary

Operate straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, including dangerous goods, on domestic and international routes. Inspect and maintain the vehicle, secure cargo, communicate with dispatch, and record trip, cargo, service-hour, distance, and fuel information.

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. Work setting Trucking company Responsibilities Tasks 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 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 Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks) Driver's License (Class 1 or A) Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge Accident or incident reports Bill of lading Dangerous goods occurrence reports Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Maintenance and repair reports Trans-border documentation Trip reports Additional information Security and safety Valid passport Criminal record check Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Large workload Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Benefits Health benefits Health care plan Other Benefits Other benefits

What you’ll do

Operate straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, including dangerous goods, on domestic and international routes. Inspect and maintain the vehicle, secure cargo, communicate with dispatch, and record trip, cargo, service-hour, distance, and fuel information.

Requirements

A secondary school graduation certificate and a valid Class 1/A or AZ licence are listed, with experience described as an asset. The role also requires a valid passport and satisfactory driving and criminal record checks, along with the ability to handle physically demanding work and demonstrate reliability, organization, flexibility, and effective communication.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan
• Other Benefits

Listed skills

• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Truck Driving
• Cargo Transportation
• Vehicle Inspection
• Preventive Maintenance
• Central Dispatch Communication
• Cargo Documentation
• Hours-of-Service Recordkeeping
• Tarping and Cargo Security
• Dangerous Goods Handling
• International Route Permits
• Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspections
• Accident and Incident Reporting
• Bill of Lading Documentation
• Cross-Border Documentation
• Oral Communication
• Attention to Detail

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades
• Security & Safety

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