Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: Will train
Work site environment
Dusty
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 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
Air Brakes Endorsement
Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation knowledge
Bill of lading
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Type of trucking and equipment
Refrigerated
Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
