Overview
Languages
English
Education
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No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
Will train
The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Work setting
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Remote location
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Room and board provided
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Various locations
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Willing to relocate
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Relocation costs covered by employer
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Address customers' complaints or concerns
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Mountain driving expertise
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Professionalism in customer service
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Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
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Load and unload goods
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Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
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Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
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Perform brake adjustments
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Perform emergency roadside repairs
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Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
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Perform preventive maintenance
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Receive and relay information to central dispatch
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Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
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Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
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Transport and handle dangerous goods
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
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Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
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Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
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Accident or incident reports
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Bill of lading
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Dangerous goods occurrence reports
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Driver logbook
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Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
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Maintenance and repair reports
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Trans-border documentation
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Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
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Flatbed
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Tractor-trailer B train
Communication systems experience
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Citizens band (CB) radio
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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
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Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience
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International
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Local
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Long-haul
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National
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Provincial/territorial
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Regional
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
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Drive manual transmission vehicle
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Travel expenses paid by employer
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Valid driver's licence
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Willing to travel cross-border
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Willing to travel for extended periods
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Willing to travel internationally
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Willing to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Attention to detail
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Handling heavy loads
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Large workload
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Overtime required
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Physically demanding
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Repetitive tasks
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Sitting
Weight handling
Personal suitability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Flexibility
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Judgement
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.