Overview
Languages: English
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Green job Help – The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Responsibilities
Tasks
Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed
Address customers’ complaints or concerns
Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
Mountain driving expertise
Professionalism in customer service
Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
Load and unload goods
Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
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
Pay and receive payments for goods
Perform brake adjustments
Perform emergency roadside repairs
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Perform preventive maintenance
Receive and relay information to central dispatch
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Credentials:
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)
Experience and specialization:
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
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:
Refrigerated
Tractor-trailer
Transportation/travel experience:
Long-haul
Short-haul