Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Address customers' complaints or concerns
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Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
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Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
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Load and unload goods
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Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
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Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
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Pay and receive payments for goods
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Perform emergency roadside repairs
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Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
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Receive and relay information to central dispatch
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Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
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Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
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Accident or incident reports
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Dangerous goods occurrence reports
Additional information
Security and safety
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Driver's validity licence check
Transportation/travel information
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Valid driver's licence
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Willing to travel for extended periods
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Handling heavy loads
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Large workload
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Overtime required
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Physically demanding
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Sitting
Weight handling
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More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
Personal suitability
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
- Newcomers to Canada
- Visible minorities
- Youth
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.