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.
• 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 brake adjustments.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle.
• 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 :

AZ class license. Air Brake (Z) Endorsement.

Documentation knowledge:

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

Type of trucking and equipment:

Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles).

Transportation/travel experience:

• Local.
• Short-haul.

Security and safety:

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Attention to detail.
• Handling heavy loads.
• Large workload.
• Repetitive tasks.
• Sitting.

Personal suitability:

• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Organized.
• Reliability.
• Patience.

Employment terms options:

Flexible hours.

Experience:

No experience (will train).

Other benefits:

Free parking available.