long haul truck driver

Education:

No degree, certificate or diploma.

Work setting:

Various locations.

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.
• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
• 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.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement.
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A).

Transportation/travel experience:

Long-haul.

Personal suitability:

• Organized.
• Team player.
• Hardworking.

Experience:

No experience (will train).

Workplace information:

On the road job.

Support for youths:

Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.