Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 50 to 60 hours per week Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: Will train

Work setting

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Various locations Relocation costs covered by employer

Tasks

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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy 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 Perform brake adjustments 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

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 Trans-border documentation Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

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Dry bulk Flatbed Refrigerated Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

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Local Long-haul Provincial/territorial

Transportation/travel information

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Valid driver's licence Willing to travel cross-border Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Sitting

Weight handling

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More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

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Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Organized Team player

Workplace information

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On the road job

Other benefits

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Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer * Travel insurance