Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year

Work setting

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Various locations

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 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 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 Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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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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Extended length tractor-trailer combination Flatbed Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles) Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

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Citizens band (CB) radio Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

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International Long-haul National Provincial/territorial

Area of specialization

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Highways and transportation

Security and safety

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Basic security clearance Criminal record check Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test

Transportation/travel information

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Large workload Physically demanding

Weight handling

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Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

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Cellular phone Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

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Flexibility Organized Reliability Team player

Green job

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Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Other benefits

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Free parking available * Team building opportunities