Truck Driver

Job summary

Drive trucks to transport goods on national, provincial, and international routes, including long-haul and cross-border trips. Inspect and maintain vehicles, manage cargo loading and safety, complete required transportation records, and communicate with customers and central dispatch.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience Experience Experience an asset On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Address customers' complaints or concerns Professionalism in customer service Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Load and unload goods 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 AZ class license 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 Type of trucking and equipment Flatbed Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles) Tractor-trailer Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Trip recorder (on-board computer) Transportation/travel experience International Long-haul National Provincial/territorial Additional information Security and safety Valid passport Basic security clearance Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test Medical exam Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence Willing to travel cross-border Willing to travel for extended periods Willing to travel internationally Willing to travel overnight Work conditions and physical capabilities Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Weight handling Up to 9 kg (20 lbs) Own tools/equipment Cellular phone Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player

What you’ll do

Drive trucks to transport goods on national, provincial, and international routes, including long-haul and cross-border trips. Inspect and maintain vehicles, manage cargo loading and safety, complete required transportation records, and communicate with customers and central dispatch.

Requirements

A secondary school graduation certificate or equivalent experience is listed, and an AZ class license is required. Experience is an asset; candidates must be prepared for physically demanding work and extended, overnight, and international travel, with a valid driver's licence and passport.

Listed skills

• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Commercial Truck Driving
• AZ Class License
• Vehicle Inspection
• Preventive Maintenance
• Emergency Roadside Repairs
• Brake Adjustments
• Cargo Loading and Unloading
• Dangerous Goods Handling
• Flatbed Trucking
• Tractor-Trailer Operation
• GPS Navigation
• Trip Recorder Operation
• Customer Service
• Long-Haul Driving
• Cross-Border Transportation
• Cargo Safety and Tarping

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades
• Security & Safety
• Customer Service & Support