driver, truck

Government of Canada; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal government agency in Winnipeg seeks a qualified driver to ensure safe transportation of goods. The ideal candidate will possess a Class 3 licence and experience with vehicle inspections and emergency repairs. Responsibilities include loading, unloading, and overseeing vehicle conditions. This role contributes to environmental preservation efforts as it supports Canada in achieving its net-zero target. Applicants should be prepared for physically demanding work and extended travel.

Benefits

Life insurance

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Must have a Class 3/3F/DF Licence for vehicles with more than 3 axles.
• WHMIS Certificate is required.
• Experience in preparing accident and incident reports is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods safely.
• Inspect vehicle conditions such as tires and brakes.
• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Professionalism in customer service

Operating GPS and navigation equipment

Attention to detail

Ability to perform emergency roadside repairs

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Green job

Green jobs contribute to environmental preservation, conservation, and restoration.

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

• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• 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

Credentials

• Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

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

Communication systems experience

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

Transportation/travel experience

• Provincial/territorial

Additional information Security and safety

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

Transportation/travel information

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Benefits

• Financial benefits:
  • Life insurance
• Other benefits:
  • Free parking available