truck driver
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
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.
- Professionalism in customer service.
- Drive lighter, special purpose trucks.
- Load and unload goods.
- Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment.
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles).
Communication systems experience:
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment.
Transportation/travel experience:
- Local.
- Provincial/territorial.
Security and safety:
Driving record check (abstract).
Transportation/travel information:
Valid driver's licence.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Handling heavy loads.
- Physically demanding.
- Repetitive tasks.
Weight handling:
Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs).
Own tools/equipment:
Steel-toed safety boots.
Personal suitability:
- Flexibility.
- Judgement.
- Organized.
- Reliability.
- Team player.
Screening questions:
Do you have experience working in this field?.
Employment terms options:
- Early morning.
- Evening.
Experience:
1 year to less than 2 years.
Employment terms options:
- Shift.
- Morning.
- On call.
- Day.
- Weekend.
Health benefits:
Health care plan.
Financial benefits:
- Gasoline paid.
- Mileage paid.