Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
or equivalent experience
Work setting
Relocation costs not covered by employer
Tasks
Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
Address customers' complaints or concerns
Mountain driving expertise
Professionalism in customer service
Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
Load and unload goods
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
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
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Air Brakes Endorsement
Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
Citizens band (CB) radio
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience
Local
Long-haul
National
Provincial/territorial
Short-haul
Security and safety
Basic security clearance
Criminal record check
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licence
Willing to travel for extended periods
Willing to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Physically demanding
Weight handling
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
Cellular phone
Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Hardworking
Patience
Screening questions
Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
