Long haul truck driver

Overview

Languages
English

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Will train

On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

• 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
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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 brake adjustments
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 1 or
  
  A)

Transportation/travel experience

• Long-haul

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability