truck driver

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Work setting

• Remote location
• Various locations

Tasks

• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Class 5 / 5F / G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)

Documentation knowledge

• Bill of lading
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Type of trucking and equipment

• Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation / travel experience

• Local
• Regional

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads

Weight handling

• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Cellular phone
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Hardworking

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year
• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 35 to 40 hours per week