Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
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
Mountain driving expertise
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
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
Receive and relay information to central dispatch
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
AZ class license
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
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
Type of trucking and equipment
Flatbed
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience
Long-haul
Provincial/territorial
Security and safety
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test
Medical exam
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
Physically demanding
Sitting
Weight handling
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Personal suitability
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Hardworking
Patience
Screening questions
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
