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
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 brake adjustments
Perform emergency roadside repairs
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

Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees

Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers

Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities