Overview
Languages
English
Education
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No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Address customers' complaints or concerns
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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
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Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
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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
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
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Bill of lading
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Driver logbook
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Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
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Maintenance and repair reports
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Trans-border documentation
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Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Communication systems experience
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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
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Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience
Additional information
Security and safety
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Driver's validity licence check
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Driving record check (abstract)
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Drug test
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Attention to detail
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Handling heavy loads
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Large workload
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Physically demanding
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Repetitive tasks
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Sitting
Weight handling
Personal suitability
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Flexibility
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Judgement
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
- Indigenous people
- Persons with disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Mature workers
- Veterans
- Visible minorities
- Youth
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.