Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 1 to 70 hours per week Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

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Transportation Oilfield construction industry

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 Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques Mountain driving expertise Professionalism in customer service 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

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

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)

Equipment and machinery experience

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Hoists or winches

Security and safety

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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 Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Sitting

Weight handling

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Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

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Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Patience

Screening questions

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Are you available for shift or on-call work? Are you available for the advertised start date? Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location? Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Health benefits

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Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Paramedical services coverage

Other benefits

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Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer * Parking available