truck driver
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
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.
- Mountain driving expertise.
- Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations.
- 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 emergency roadside repairs.
- Receive and relay information to central dispatch.
- Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
Driver's License (Class 1 or A).
Type of materials:
Glass.
Communication systems experience:
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment.
- Trip recorder (on-board computer).
Transportation/travel experience:
- Local.
- Long-haul.
- National.
- Provincial/territorial.
- Regional.
- Short-haul.
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).
Personal suitability:
- Reliability.
- Hardworking.
Screening questions:
Do you have experience working in this field?.
Employment terms options:
Early morning. Evening.
Experience:
2 years to less than 3 years.
Employment terms options:
Morning. Day. Weekend. Overtime required.
Workplace information:
On the road job.
Health benefits:
- Health care plan.
- Paramedical services coverage.
Financial benefits:
- As per collective agreement.
- Bonus.
Support for youths:
Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.