Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

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Local or regional level

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 Professionalism in customer service Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment Perform brake adjustments Perform emergency roadside repairs Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle 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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AZ class license Air Brakes Endorsement Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks) Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Driver's License (Class 1 or A) Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Documentation knowledge

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Accident or incident reports Bill of lading Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Maintenance and repair reports Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

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Extended length tractor-trailer combination Flatbed Tractor-trailer Tractor-trailer B train

Transportation/travel experience

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International Local Long-haul National Provincial/territorial Regional Short-haul

Security and safety

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Valid passport Criminal record check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test

Transportation/travel information

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Own transportation Valid driver's licence 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 Handling heavy loads Large workload Overtime required Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting

Weight handling

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Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

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Cellular phone Hard hat Steel-toed safety boots Tools Safety vest Gloves

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

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Are you available for shift or on-call work? Are you available for the advertised start date? Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Are you willing to relocate for this position? Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location? Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications? What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Health benefits

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Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

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Bonus Group insurance benefits Life insurance Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

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* Learning/training paid by employer