Truck driver, tractor-trailer

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work setting:

Various locations. Willing to relocate. Relocation costs covered by employer.

Tasks:

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks.
• 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.
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

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

Documentation knowledge:

• Accident or incident reports.
• Bill of lading.
• Driver logbook.
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip).
• Maintenance and repair reports.
• Trans-border documentation.
• Trip reports.

Type of trucking and equipment:

Tractor-trailer.

Communication systems experience:

Trip recorder (on-board computer).

Transportation/travel experience:

• International.
• Long-haul.
• National.
• Short-haul.

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check.
• Driving record check (abstract).
• Drug test.

Transportation/travel information:

Valid driver's licence. Willing to travel for extended periods. Willing to travel overnight.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Physically demanding.

Weight handling:

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Own tools/equipment:

• Cellular phone.
• Steel-toed safety boots.

Employment terms options:

• Early morning.
• Evening.
• Morning.
• Night.

Experience:

Experience an asset.

Employment terms options:

Day. Weekend.

Health benefits:

Health care plan.