Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: Experience an asset

Work setting

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Various locations

Tasks

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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Drive lighter, special purpose trucks Load and unload goods 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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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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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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International Local Long-haul National Provincial/territorial Regional Short-haul

Security and safety

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

Transportation/travel information

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Drive manual transmission vehicle Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail Repetitive tasks Sitting

Weight handling

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Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

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Cellular phone

Personal suitability

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Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player

Screening questions

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Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Workplace information

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* On the road job