Truck driver

Overview
Languages
English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience
7 months to less than 1 year

On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Responsibilities

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

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 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

Credentials

AZ class license

Driver's License (Class 1 or

A)

Documentation knowledge

Driver logbook

Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Type of trucking and equipment

Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

Local

Long-haul

National

Regional

Security and safety

Driving record check (abstract)

Drug test

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licence

Willing to travel cross-border

Willing to travel for extended periods

Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Physically demanding

Repetitive tasks

Sitting

Personal suitability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Hardworking

Patience

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