truck driver

Location
Mississauga, ON L4T 2K1
 
Full job description
Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
Langue de travail: Anglais
Heures de travail: 40 to 50 hours per week
Education:
Expérience:
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Tasks
Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed
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
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 brake adjustments
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
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
AZ class license
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation knowledge
Bill of lading
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Physically demanding
Sitting
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Experience
Experience an asset