Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

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Various locations

Tasks

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Professionalism in customer service Load and unload goods Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials 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

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Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks) Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

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Accident or incident reports Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

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Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

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Long-haul Short-haul

Security and safety

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Criminal record check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test

Transportation/travel information

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Valid driver's licence Willing to travel cross-border Willing to travel for extended periods Willing to travel internationally Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail Physically demanding Sitting

Weight handling

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Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

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Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

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Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Patience

Screening questions

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Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Workplace information

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On the road job

Health benefits

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Dental plan Health care plan Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

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Bonus Group insurance benefits Mileage paid

Support for newcomers and refugees

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Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.) Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for youths

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Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth * Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth