Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 42.5 hours per week
• Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience: Experience an asset

Tasks

Owner-operator business skills Professionalism in customer service Drive lighter, special purpose trucks 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle Perform preventive maintenance Receive and relay information to central dispatch Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks) Driver\'s License (Class 3 or D)

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

Flatbed Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles) Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

Local Provincial/territorial Regional Short-haul

Security and safety

Driver\'s validity licence check Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

Drive manual transmission vehicle Travel expenses paid by employer Valid driver\'s licence Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Overtime required Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting

Weight handling

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Dependability

Health benefits

Dental plan Health care plan