class az (air brake endorsement) truck driver

Government of Canada; Uxbridge; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Ontario is seeking an experienced truck driver. The role involves loading/unloading goods, performing vehicle inspections, and ensuring cargo safety. A valid AZ class license and 5 years of driving experience are required. This position may require frequent travel for extended periods.

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of driving experience.
• Valid AZ class license.
• Knowledge of documentation such as driver logbooks and inspection reports.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment.
• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Reliability

Team player

Hardworking

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Cellular phone

Hard hat

Steel-toed safety boots

Safety vest

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

5 years or more

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Load and unload goods
• 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
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license

Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dump truck
• Flatbed

Transportation/travel experience

• Local
• Long-haul
• Provincial/territorial
• Short-haul

Additional information Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Sitting

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone
• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety vest

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking