truck driver, long haul

whirl logistics limited • Abbotsford, BC, CA • 2d ago

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 1 to less than 7 months

Work setting

Various locations

Tasks

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 emissionsDrive as part of a two-person team or convoyLoad 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 materialsPerform emergency roadside repairsPerform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicleReceive and relay information to central dispatchRecord cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumptionPrepare bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents