transport 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.
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• 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.
• 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:

• Driver logbook.
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip).
• Trip reports.

Security and safety:

Driver's validity licence check.

Screening questions:

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

Experience:

1 to less than 7 months.

Green job:

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes.