Perform preventive maintenance; Perform emergency roadside repairs; Pay and receive payments for goods; Perform brake adjustments; Load and unload goods; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials; Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo; Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy; Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment; 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
Accident or incident reports; Trip reports; Maintenance and repair reports; Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip); Driver logbook; Bill of lading
Additional Skills
Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
Weight Handling
Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
Security and Safety
Criminal record check
Own Tools/Equipment
Steel-toed safety boots; Cellular phone
Transportation/Travel Information
Willing to travel for extended periods; Valid driver's licence; Drive manual transmission vehicle
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Physically demanding; Large workload
Type of Trucking and Equipment
Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
