Drivers will operate a tractor-trailer combination or a truck to transport and deliver home heating, commercial deliveries including wheel to wheel, retail sites and marinas. Drivers require a Class 1 drivers\' license; however, Class 3 will also be considered. Drivers work in the cab of the truck while driving, and outside when needed to load or unload. They can encounter all kinds of road, weather, and traffic conditions. Drivers generally work without direct supervision, although communication with dispatch must be maintained at scheduled intervals. The number of hours a driver may drive in a given period is subject to regulation. Overtime and weekend work are common.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Oversee cargo handling and secure loads, including equipment preparation, application of safe practices, compliance with applicable Acts and safety regulations
Perform pre/ post trip inspections on equipment and load, ensuring safety and roadworthiness
Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation, carriage of goods, driver\'s hours of service, occupational health and safety, transportation of dangerous goods, customs and immigration and weights and dimensions
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions; check that vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned.
Check vehicles before driving them to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
Minor roadside repairs such as lights, loose fittings, airline repairs, etc.
Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
Operate equipment such as truck mike phone to exchange necessary information with dispatch, managers, or other drivers.
Maintain logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status, following applicable provincial and federal regulations.
Record and maintain required documentation including driver logbook, bills of lading, etc.
Communicate effectively with the public, government officials, customers, and co-workers
Placarding of units
Loading and unloading of trucks
Deliver product and proper paperwork to our customers in a courteous and timely manner
Inspection of site tanks for damage or faulty equipment
Provide feedback to Dispatcher regarding customer, mechanical, or delivery problems
Thorough washing of vehicle, inside and out
Greasing of unit in between servicing as instructed by AFD
Tire Chain maintenance, repair, installation, and removal
Complete and turn in all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift. May include, but not limited to, Driver daily logs, TDG documentation including fuel lading forms (declining balance), bills of lading, inspection logs, delivery receipts, vehicle inspection, hours of service, etc.
Train others when required
Other related duties as required or assigned.
OTHER KEY SKILLS (or product knowledge)
Knowledge of MS Office, and e-mail required
Professional written and verbal communication skills
EXPEREINCE
2+ years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in fuel hauling 3+ years of direct work experience in a Class 1 Driving Capacity
EDUCATION
Class 1 Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License required High School Diploma required
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