Truck driver

Overview  Languages
English
Education   No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience  2 years to less than 3 years
On the road  Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Responsibilities  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
Mountain driving expertise
Professionalism in customer service
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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Perform preventive maintenance
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  Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Driver's License (Class 1 or

A)
Forklift Operator Certification
Experience and specialization  Documentation knowledge
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Communication systems experience   Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience   Long-haul
National
Provincial/territorial
Additional information  Security and safety   Driving record check (abstract)
Work conditions and physical capabilities   Handling heavy loads
Own tools/equipment   Steel-toed safety boots
Safety vest
Employment groups  This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
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
Does not require Canadian work experience
Support for Indigenous people   Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers
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 experienced employees
Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities

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