Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English or French Hours: 40 to 70 hours per week Education: Other trades certificate or diploma Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Tasks

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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 Mountain driving expertise Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Drive lighter, special purpose trucks 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 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Type of trucking and equipment

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

Transportation/travel information

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Sitting

Screening questions

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Are you authorized to work in Canada? Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

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Early morning Evening

Employment terms options

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Flexible hours Morning Night Day Weekend

Health benefits

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Dental plan Health care plan

Financial benefits

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Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

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* Parking available