- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week
- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Work setting
Various locations
Tasks
Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniquesProfessionalism in customer serviceLoad and unload goodsOperate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materialsOversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipmentPerform brake adjustmentsPerform emergency roadside repairsPerform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehiclePerform preventive maintenanceReceive and relay information to central dispatchRecord cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumptionTarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
AZ class licenseDZ class license
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reportsDriver logbookInspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)Maintenance and repair reportsTrip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Dump truck
Transportation/travel experience
LocalNationalProvincial/territorialRegionalShort-haul
Security and safety
Driver's validity licence checkDriving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
Drive manual transmission vehicleValid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detailHandling heavy loadsLarge workloadPhysically demandingRepetitive tasksSitting
Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety bootsSafety vest
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationFlexibilityJudgementOrganizedReliabilityTeam playerHardworking
Screening questions
Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
