Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Professionalism in customer service
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Load and unload goods
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Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
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Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
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Pay and receive payments for goods
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Perform brake adjustments
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Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
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Perform preventive maintenance
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Receive and relay information to central dispatch
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Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
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Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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AZ class license
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Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
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Accident or incident reports
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Bill of lading
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Driver logbook
Type of trucking and equipment
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Refrigerated
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Tractor-trailer
Transportation/travel experience
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International
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Local
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Long-haul
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National
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Provincial/territorial
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Regional
Additional information
Security and safety
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Valid passport
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Criminal record check
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Driver's validity licence check
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Driving record check (abstract)
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Drug test
Transportation/travel information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Attention to detail
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Handling heavy loads
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Large workload
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Overtime required
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Repetitive tasks
Personal suitability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Flexibility
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
Supports for visible minorities
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.