Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
1 to less than 7 months
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Address customers' complaints or concerns
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Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
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Professionalism in customer service
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Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
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Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
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Load and unload goods
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Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
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Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
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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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Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)
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Defensive Driving Course
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First Aid Certificate
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
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Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
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Maintenance and repair reports
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Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
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Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Additional information
Security and safety
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Criminal record check
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Driver's validity licence check
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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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Physically demanding
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Repetitive tasks
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Sitting
Weight handling
Own tools/equipment
Personal suitability
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Flexibility
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Judgement
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
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Hardworking
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Patience
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.