class 1 truck driver

Education:

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year.

Work site environment:

Odours.

Tasks:

• Professionalism in customer service.
• 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Perform minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks).
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement.
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate.
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate.

Documentation knowledge:

• Accident or incident reports.
• Driver logbook.
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip).
• Maintenance and repair reports.
• Trip reports.

Type of trucking and equipment:

Tractor-trailer.

Transportation/travel experience:

Short-haul.

Area of specialization:

Truck driving.

Security and safety:

Driving record check (abstract).

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Attention to detail.
• Handling heavy loads.
• Repetitive tasks.
• Sitting.
• Tight deadlines.

Personal suitability:

• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Excellent written communication.
• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Organized.
• Reliability.
• Team player.

Screening questions:

• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.

Employment terms options:

• Early morning.
• Evening.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Employment terms options:

• Morning.
• On call.
• Day.
• Weekend.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.
• Paramedical services coverage.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

• Group insurance benefits.
• Life insurance.