Job Description

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

Tasks

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Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed 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 Mountain driving expertise Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations 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 Pay and receive payments for goods 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 DZ class license

Documentation knowledge

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Accident or incident reports Bill of lading Dangerous goods occurrence reports 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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Dry bulk Refrigerated Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

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Long-haul Regional

Security and safety

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Basic security clearance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Large workload Overtime required 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 Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability * Team player