Truck driver

Overview

Work Term:

Temporary

Language:
English

Hours:

40 hours per week

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience:

3 years to less than 5 years

• 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
• Professionalism in customer service
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• 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
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

• AZ class license
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Driver''s License (Class 1 or
  
  A)
• Driver''s License (Class 3 or
  
  D)
• Forklift Operator Certification
• Skid Control Training
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate
• Documentation knowledge
• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Trip reports
• Type of trucking and equipment:
  Tractor-trailer, Tractor-trailer A train
• Communication systems experience
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Transportation/travel experience
• Local Security and safety
• Criminal record check
• Driver''s validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Transportation/travel information
• Valid driver''s licence

Attention to detail

Large workload

Physically demanding

Repetitive tasks

Weight handling up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

• Own tools/equipment
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience

Health benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care perks

Financial benefits

Group insurance benefits