Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 hours per week Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: Experience an asset

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 Mountain driving expertise Professionalism in customer service 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 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 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

Documentation knowledge

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Accident or incident reports 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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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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Long-haul National Provincial/territorial Regional

Security and safety

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Bondable Criminal record check Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test Medical exam

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 Handling heavy loads Large workload Sitting

Weight handling

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Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

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Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability * Team player