Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Mountain driving expertise
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Professionalism in customer service
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Load and unload goods
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Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
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Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
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Perform brake adjustments
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Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
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Receive and relay information to central dispatch
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Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
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Transport and handle dangerous goods
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Prepare bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents
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Deliver goods to customers
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Knowledge of highway trucking and associated rules and regulations
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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AZ class license
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Air Brakes Endorsement
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Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
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Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR) Certificate
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Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
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Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate
Experience and specialization
Type of trucking and equipment
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Dry bulk
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Refrigerated
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Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
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Local
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Provincial/territorial
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Regional
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Short-haul
Additional information
Security and safety
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Basic security clearance
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Bondable
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Criminal record check
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Driver's validity licence check
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Driving record check (abstract)
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Drug test
Transportation/travel information
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Valid driver's licence
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Willing to travel for extended periods
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Willing to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Attention to detail
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Physically demanding
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Repetitive tasks
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Sitting
Weight handling
Personal suitability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Flexibility
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Judgement
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Disability benefits
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Health care plan
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Paramedical services coverage
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Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
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Group insurance benefits
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Life insurance
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Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.