Long haul truck driver

Overview

Languages:

English

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Duration: 7 months to less than 1 year

Work location:

On site (no remote option)

Tasks:

• 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 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

Credentials:

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or
  
  A)

Experience and specialization – Documentation knowledge:

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trans-border documentation
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment:

• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience:

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Security and safety:

• Valid passport
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation/travel information:

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border

• Attention to detail
• Physically demanding
• Sitting

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Health benefits:

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits:

• Group insurance benefits