operator, truck

Work site environment

• Confined spaces
• At heights

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
• 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Class 3 / 3F / DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports

Type of trucking and equipment

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

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation / travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?