Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Tasks

---------
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 Address customers' complaints or concerns Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques Professionalism in customer service Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Drive lighter, special purpose trucks 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 Pay and receive payments for goods Perform emergency roadside repairs 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 Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

----------------------------------------------------
Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)

Documentation knowledge

---------------------------
Bill of lading Driver logbook

Type of trucking and equipment

----------------------------------
Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)

Communication systems experience

------------------------------------
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

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

Security and safety

-----------------------
Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

-------------------------------------
Own transportation Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

---------------------------------------------
Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Large workload Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting

Weight handling

-------------------
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

-----------------------
Cellular phone Steel-toed safety boots Safety vest Gloves

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

-----------------------
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? Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? * What is the highest level of study you have completed?