Class 1 Truck Driver

Job summary

Transport goods and materials using straight or articulated trucks, including flatbed tractor-trailers, and load and unload cargo. Inspect and maintain the vehicle, complete required trip documentation, handle payments, and provide professional customer service.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Transportation Responsibilities Tasks Professionalism in customer service 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 Pay and receive payments for goods Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle Perform preventive maintenance Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Air Brakes Endorsement 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 Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment Flatbed Tractor-trailer Communication systems experience Citizens band (CB) radio Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Transportation/travel experience Local Short-haul Additional information Security and safety Driving record check (abstract) Drug test Medical exam Transportation/travel information Own transportation Valid driver's licence Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Weight handling More than 45 kg (100 lbs) Own tools/equipment Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Organized Reliability Team player Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Pension plan Other Benefits Other benefits

What you’ll do

Transport goods and materials using straight or articulated trucks, including flatbed tractor-trailers, and load and unload cargo. Inspect and maintain the vehicle, complete required trip documentation, handle payments, and provide professional customer service.

Requirements

Requires a secondary school graduation certificate, 2 to less than 3 years of experience, a Class 1 or Class A driver's licence, and an air brakes endorsement. Candidates must be able to handle heavy loads, complete vehicle inspections and documentation, and communicate effectively; a valid driver's licence and satisfactory driving, drug, and medical checks are also specified.

Benefits

• Dental Plan
• Health Care Plan
• Vision Care Benefits
• Pension Plan
• Other Benefits

Listed skills

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

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Class 1 Driver's Licence
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Truck Driving
• Load and Unload Goods
• Vehicle Inspection
• Preventive Maintenance
• Customer Service
• Flatbed Trucking
• Tractor-Trailer Operation
• GPS Navigation
• CB Radio Operation
• Bill of Lading Documentation
• Driver Logbook Documentation
• Accident and Incident Reporting
• Heavy Load Handling
• Oral and Written Communication

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics

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