Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: Experience an asset

Work site environment

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Dusty

Work setting

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Willing to relocate

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 Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Load and unload goods 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 Perform preventive maintenance Receive and relay information to central dispatch Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Air Brakes Endorsement Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

Documentation knowledge

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Bill of lading Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Type of trucking and equipment

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Dry bulk Refrigerated Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Security and safety

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Valid passport Drug test

Transportation/travel information

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Valid driver's licence Willing to travel for extended periods Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail Large workload Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting

Weight handling

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Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

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

Other benefits

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* Free parking available