Truck driver

Overview
This position is a green job that involves tasks contributing to environmental preservation, conservation, and restoration.

Languages
English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience
7 months to less than 1 year

Location
On site – no remote work option.

Green Job Details
Green jobs contribute to environmental preservation, conservation, and restoration. Learn more about green jobs. This position is a green job that helps Canada achieve its net‑zero target.

Responsibilities

Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed

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

Professionalism in customer service

Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations

Drive lighter, special purpose trucks

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

Pay and receive payments for goods

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

Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Transport and handle dangerous goods

Credentials

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Driver’s License (Class 1 or

A)

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