truck driver

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 30 to 60 hours per week
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
or equivalent experience
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
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
Perform emergency roadside repairs
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
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Air Brakes Endorsement
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
First Aid Certificate
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Dump truck
Flatbed
Hydrovac
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
Long-haul
Short-haul
Security and safety
Basic security clearance
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
Hard hat
Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Employment terms options
Early morning
Evening
Flexible hours
Employment terms options
To be determined
Overtime required
Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Pension plan
Support for newcomers and refugees
Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
Does not require Canadian work experience
Support for youths
Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth