Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 50 to 60 hours per week Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: Experience an asset

Work setting

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Freight company

Tasks

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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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle Receive and relay information to central dispatch Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption Pick up and deliver materials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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AZ class license Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks) 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 Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

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Dry bulk Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles) Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

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Local Short-haul

Security and safety

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

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

Weight handling

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Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

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Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

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Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player

Screening questions

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Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

Green job

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Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

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Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

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Group insurance benefits Life insurance

Long term benefits

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* Long-term care insurance