long haul truck driver

Minimum Requirements

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• AZ class license

Tasks

• 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

Security and Safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Ability to lift up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal Suitability

• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking

Experience

• Experience an asset