long haul truck driver

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Tasks:

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes.
• 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 preventive maintenance.
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch.
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

Driver's License (Class 1 or A).

Documentation knowledge:

• Bill of lading.
• Driver logbook.
• Trip reports.

Type of trucking and equipment:

Tractor-trailer.

Communication systems experience:

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment.

Transportation/travel experience:

Long-haul.

Security and safety:

• Valid passport.
• Driving record check (abstract).
• Drug test.

Transportation/travel information:

• Valid driver's licence.
• Willing to travel cross-border.

Weight handling:

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Personal suitability:

• Reliability.
• Team player.

Screening questions:

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
• Do you have experience working in this field?.

Experience:

No experience (will train).

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.
• Vision care benefits.