Transport driver

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

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.

Responsibilities

• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Professionalism in customer service
• 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 emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Credentials

• AZ class license
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• DZ class license
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR) Certificate

Experience and Specialization

Documentation Knowledge

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

Type of Trucking and Equipment

• Refrigerated
• Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
• Tractor-trailer

Communication Systems Experience

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

Transportation/Travel Experience

• Local
• Regional
• Short-haul

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel overnight

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Large workload
• Sitting

Weight Handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own Tools/Equipment

• Cellular phone
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety vest

Personal Suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player