Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Responsibilities
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
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Professionalism in customer service
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Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
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Load and unload goods
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Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
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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 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
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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AZ class license
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Air Brakes Endorsement
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DZ class license
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Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
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Accident or incident reports
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Driver logbook
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Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
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Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
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Refrigerated
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Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Transportation/travel experience
Additional information
Security and safety
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Driver's validity licence check
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Driving record check (abstract)
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Drug test
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Medical exam
Transportation/travel information
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Valid driver's licence
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Willing to travel for extended periods
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Attention to detail
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Physically demanding
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Repetitive tasks
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Sitting
Weight handling
Own tools/equipment
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Cellular phone
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Steel-toed safety boots
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Gloves
Personal suitability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Judgement
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
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Hardworking
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Patience
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
Support for youths
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
Support for Indigenous people
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
Support for mature workers
- Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
Supports for visible minorities
- Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
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.