Class 1 Truck Driver

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Work setting

Various locations

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

Professionalism in customer service

Load and unload goods

Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment

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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Air Brakes Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or

A)

Documentation knowledge

Bill of lading

Driver logbook

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

Maintenance and repair reports

Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

Local

Short-haul

Security and safety

Bondable

Criminal record check

Driver's validity licence check

Driving record check (abstract)

Drug test

Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

Drive manual transmission vehicle

Valid driver's licence

Willing to travel for extended periods

Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Attention to detail

Physically demanding

Repetitive tasks

Sitting

Weight handling

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Hardworking

Employment terms options

Early morning

Evening

Shift

Employment terms options

Morning

Night

Day

Weekend

Overtime required

Overtime available

Workplace information

On the road job

Health benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Bonus

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Mileage paid

Night shift premium

Pension plan

Long term benefits

Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Other benefits

Parking available

Travel insurance

Wellness program

Support for persons with disabilities

Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities

Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities

Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities

Support for newcomers and refugees

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees

Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)

Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)

Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition

Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees

Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees

Support for youths

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment

Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth

Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth

Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for mature workers

Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination

Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers

Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers

Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)

Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)

Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)

Supports for visible minorities

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities

Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)

Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with…