Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 35 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: Will train

Work setting

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Various locations

Tasks

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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 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

Transportation/travel experience

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Long-haul

Security and safety

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Valid passport Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

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Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail Overtime required Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting

Weight handling

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Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

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Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Patience

Support for persons with disabilities

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Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)

Support for newcomers and refugees

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Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees

Support for youths

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Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment

Support for Veterans

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Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Veterans

Support for Indigenous people

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Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people

Support for mature workers

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Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers

Supports for visible minorities

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* Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities