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.
- Load and unload goods.
- Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes.
- Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment.
- Perform brake adjustments.
- Perform emergency roadside repairs.
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle.
- Perform preventive maintenance.
- Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.
- Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo.
- Transport and handle dangerous goods.
Documentation knowledge:
- Driver logbook.
- Maintenance and repair reports.
- Trip reports.
Type of trucking and equipment:
Flatbed.
Transportation/travel experience:
- International.
- Local.
- Long-haul.
- National.
- Provincial/territorial.
Employment terms options:
- Early morning.
Government programs:
Recognized employer.
Employment terms options:
- Evening.
- Morning.
Experience:
Experience an asset.
Employment terms options:
- Day.
- Weekend.
Workplace information:
On the road job.