driver, truck

Government of Canada; Boisbriand; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a qualified Truck Driver responsible for safely transporting goods across various locations. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Class 1 or A driver's license, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and have a strong ability for teamwork. This position entails completing vehicle inspections, managing long-haul travel, and maintaining a high standard of safety and professionalism. Benefits include health care plans and financial security options.

Benefits

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Qualifications

• Valid driver's licence required (Class 1 or A).
• Experience with long-haul and international travel.
• Knowledge of accident reports and driver logbook maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods.
• Conduct vehicle inspections before, during, and after trips.
• Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles and ensure safety of cargo.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Job description

Overview Languages

English or French

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Remote location
• Various locations

Responsibilities Tasks

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

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trans-border documentation

Type of trucking and equipment

• Flatbed

Communication systems experience

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

Transportation/travel experience

• International
• Long-haul

Additional information Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel internationally
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Sitting

Weight handling

• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)