Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Work site environment
Dusty
Work setting
Various locations
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
Professionalism in customer service
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
Load and unload goods
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
Receive and relay information to central dispatch
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
AZ class license
Air Brakes Endorsement
Forklift Operator Certification
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Dangerous goods occurrence reports
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trans-border documentation
Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Flatbed
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
Local
Long-haul
Provincial/territorial
Regional
Short-haul
Security and safety
Valid passport
Driver's validity licence check
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
Repetitive tasks
Sitting
Weight handling
More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
Cellular phone
Hard hat
Steel-toed safety boots
Safety vest
Gloves
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Hardworking
Patience
Screening questions
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
