Long haul truck driver

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience:

No experience (will train)

Work Term:

Permanent

Work Language:

English

Hours:

40 hours per week

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience:

No experience (will train)
Work setting   Various locations
Tasks   Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
Load and unload goods
Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
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
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
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses   Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Documentation knowledge   Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Transportation/travel experience   Long-haul
Security and safety   Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information   Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities   Attention to detail
Sitting
Personal suitability   Efficient interpersonal skills
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Patience
Employment terms options   Early morning
Evening
Morning
Night
Employment terms options   Day
Weekend
Workplace information   On the road job