- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Work setting
Various locations
Tasks
Load and unload goodsObtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routesOperate 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 consumption
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Air Brake (Z) EndorsementDriver's License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation knowledge
Bill of ladingDriver logbookInspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)Trip reports
Transportation/travel experience
LocalLong-haul
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detailHandling heavy loadsPhysically demandingRepetitive tasksSitting
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationFlexibilityJudgementOrganizedReliabilityTeam player
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week
