Languages

English

On the road job

 Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience

Experience

No experience

Credentials(certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

AZ class license

Class1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

Specific Skills

Transport and handle dangerous goods

Perform preventive maintenance

Perform emergency roadside repairs

Load and unload goods

Receive and relay information to central dispatch

Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials

Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy

Over see condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment

Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes

Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle

Documentation Knowledge

Accident or incident reports

Trip reports

Trans-border documentation

Maintenance and repair reports

Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Dangerous goods occurrence reports

Driver logbook

Bill of lading

Communication Systems Experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Additional Skills

Mountain driving expertise

Weight Handling

Up to23 kg (50 lbs)

Type of rucking and Equipment

Tractor-trailer

Flatbed

Refrigerated

Transportation/Travel Experience

National

International

Provincial/territorial

Long-haul

Security and Safety

Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check;

Own Tools/Equipment

Cellular phone;

Transportation/Travel Information

Willing to travel cross-border; Willing to travel for extended periods; Willing to travel overnight; Valid driver's licence; Drive manual transmission vehicle; Willing to travel internationally;

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Attention to detail; Sitting;

Work Location Information

Relocation costs covered by employer;

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Judgement; Reliability; Organized;