dump truck driver

Government of Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental entity in Canada is seeking a Truck Driver to operate straight or articulated trucks. Responsibilities include planning efficient routes, ensuring vehicle safety, and safely loading/unloading goods. Candidates must have an AZ class license and at least 1 year of experience. This is an on-site position with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in truck driving or related fields.
• Possession of an AZ class license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes to minimize carbon emissions and fuel consumption.
• Load and unload goods safely.
• Operate straight or articulated trucks to transport materials.
• Inspect vehicle condition before and after trips.
• Relay information to central dispatch.
• Record travel information and fuel consumption.

Skills

Route planning

Safe loading and unloading

GPS navigation

Vehicle safety inspection

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Global positioning systems (GPS)

Computer equipment

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Location

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

Responsibilities

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• 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
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Credentials

• AZ class license