long haul truck driver

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: Experience an asset

Tasks:

1. Professionalism in customer service
2. Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
3. Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
4. Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
5. Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:

1. AZ class license
2. Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
3. Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
4. Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge:

1. Accident or incident reports
2. Bill of lading
3. Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
4. Maintenance and repair reports
5. Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment:

1. Tractor-trailer
2. Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation / travel experience:

1. National
2. Regional

Security and safety:

1. Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information:

1. Valid driver's licence
2. Willing to travel cross-border
3. Willing to travel for extended periods
4. Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities: