Truck Driver

Job summary

Drive straight or articulated trucks, individually as part of a two-person team or convoy, to transport goods and materials. Load and unload cargo, inspect and maintain the vehicle, communicate with dispatch, record trip and cargo details, and ensure cargo safety and security.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience No experience (will train) 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 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

What you’ll do

Drive straight or articulated trucks, individually as part of a two-person team or convoy, to transport goods and materials. Load and unload cargo, inspect and maintain the vehicle, communicate with dispatch, record trip and cargo details, and ensure cargo safety and security.

Requirements

A secondary school graduation certificate is required. No experience is required, as training will be provided.

Listed skills

• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Truck Driving
• Loading And Unloading
• Vehicle Inspection
• Brake Adjustment
• Emergency Roadside Repairs
• Preventive Maintenance
• Cargo Safety And Security
• Tarping
• Dispatch Communication
• Recordkeeping
• Team Driving

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades
• Construction
• Environmental & Sustainability