long haul truck driver

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: Will train

Tasks:

• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• 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 brake adjustments
• 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
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:

• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Documentation knowledge:

Transportation / travel experience:

Security and safety:

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information:

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability:

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Work Term: Permanent

Hours: 50 to 60 hours per week