Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 35 hours per week Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

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Remote location Various locations

Tasks

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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Drive lighter, special purpose trucks Load and unload goods 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 Pay and receive payments for goods Perform brake adjustments Perform emergency roadside repairs Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle Perform preventive maintenance Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

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Accident or incident reports Bill of lading Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Type of trucking and equipment

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Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

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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 for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Handling heavy loads Physically demanding

Weight handling

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Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

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Cellular phone Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

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Reliability * Team player