- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 1 to less than 7 months
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 emissionsOperate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materialsOversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipmentPerform 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 Brakes EndorsementDriver's License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reportsBill of ladingDriver logbookInspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
Long-haul
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Physically demanding
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
JudgementReliability
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 32 to 40 hours per week
