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.
• Mountain driving expertise.
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• 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.
• 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 :

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.

Type of trucking and equipment:

• Dry bulk.
• Flatbed.
• Refrigerated.
• Tractor-trailer.
• Tractor-trailer B train.

Transportation/travel experience:

Long-haul.

Security and safety:

• Driver's validity licence check.
• Driving record check (abstract).

Transportation/travel information:

• Valid driver's licence.
• Willing to travel cross-border.
• Willing to travel for extended periods.
• Willing to travel overnight.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Attention to detail.
• Physically demanding.
• Repetitive tasks.

Weight handling:

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Screening questions:

Do you have experience working in this field?.

Government programs:

Recognized employer.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Employment terms options:

To be determined.