Dangerous Goods Truck Driver

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
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
• Professionalism in customer service
• 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 emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports

• Liquid bulk
• Tractor-trailer B train

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Trip recorder (on-board computer)

• International
• Long-haul
• Provincial/territorial

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight
• Driver's abstract

• Attention to detail
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

• Cellular phone

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Patience

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

• Shift
• Flexible hours

• On the road job

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

• Bonus
• Life insurance

• Free parking available