Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Other trades certificate or diploma
- or equivalent experience
Experience
Experience an asset
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Mountain driving expertise
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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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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 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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Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
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Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
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Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate
Experience and specialization
Type of trucking and equipment
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
Additional information
Security and safety
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Driver's validity licence check
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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Physically demanding
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Sitting
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.