Job requirements
Languages
English
Education
No degree, certificate or diploma
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Driver's License (Class 1 or A); Air Brake (Z) Endorsement; FAST (Free and Secure Trade) Program; AZ class license; Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks); Air Brakes Endorsement
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
- Specific Skills
- Transport and handle dangerous goods; Load and unload goods; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; 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; Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations; Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption; Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
- Documentation Knowledge
- Trip reports; Maintenance and repair reports; Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip); Dangerous goods occurrence reports; Driver logbook; Bill of lading
- Communication Systems Experience
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment; Trip recorder (on-board computer); Citizens band (CB) radio
- Additional Skills
- Professionalism in customer service
- Weight Handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
- Security and Safety
- Bondable; Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Drug test; Criminal record check; Basic security clearance
- Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots; Cellular phone
- Transportation/Travel Information
- Willing to travel cross-border; Willing to travel for extended periods; Willing to travel overnight; Valid driver's licence; Drive manual transmission vehicle
- Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Repetitive tasks; Attention to detail; Sitting
- Work Location Information
- Various locations
- Type of Trucking and Equipment
- Tractor-trailer; Refrigerated
- Transportation/Travel Experience
- Regional; National; Provincial/territorial; Long-haul
- Personal Suitability
- Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized
