Responsibilities

Tasks

• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trans-border documentation
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver’s validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation/travel information

• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Reliability

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Long term benefits

• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Transportation provided by employer
• Travel insurance