Truck Driver

Job summary

Drive trucks to transport goods, plan or adjust routes, and load and unload cargo. Inspect and maintain vehicle condition, complete required trip and cargo records, communicate with dispatch, and perform roadside repairs when needed.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 1 to less than 7 months 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 Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Drive lighter, special purpose trucks Load and unload goods 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 brake adjustments 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 Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses AZ class license Air Brakes Endorsement Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge Accident or incident reports Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment Tractor-trailer Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Transportation/travel experience Long-haul Additional information Security and safety Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence Willing to travel for extended periods Willing to travel overnight Work conditions and physical capabilities Large workload Physically demanding Sitting Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Own tools/equipment Steel-toed safety boots Gloves Personal suitability Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Patience Benefits Other benefits Free parking available Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for newcomers and refugees Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition Does not require Canadian work experience Support for youths Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth Support for mature workers Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers

What you’ll do

Drive trucks to transport goods, plan or adjust routes, and load and unload cargo. Inspect and maintain vehicle condition, complete required trip and cargo records, communicate with dispatch, and perform roadside repairs when needed.

Requirements

The role requires a secondary school graduation certificate, 1 to less than 7 months of experience, an AZ class licence, and an air brakes endorsement. Candidates must have a valid driver's licence, be willing to travel overnight and for extended periods, and be able to handle physically demanding work and loads up to 23 kg.

Benefits

• Free Parking

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Reliability · Preferred
• Route Planning · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Route Planning
• GPS Navigation
• Truck Driving
• Loading And Unloading Cargo
• Vehicle Inspection
• Brake Adjustment
• Roadside Repairs
• Cargo Documentation
• Driver Logbook Maintenance
• Dispatch Communication
• Tractor-Trailer Operation
• Long-Haul Driving
• Air Brakes
• Teamwork
• Reliability

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades