truck driver

Government of Canada; Beaumont; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a reliable Driver to transport goods in a highly demanding environment. Responsibilities include operating vehicles, ensuring the safety and security of cargo, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates should possess at least a high school diploma and an AZ class license, with the ability to handle physical tasks and work overtime.

Qualifications

• Drivers require an AZ class license or Class 1 or A Driver's License.
• 7 months to less than 1 year of driving experience preferred.
• Must be physically capable and organized.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods.
• Address customers' complaints or concerns professionally.
• Perform vehicle inspections and maintenance checks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Team player

Flexibility

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

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

Work setting

• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities Tasks

• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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
• Pay and receive payments for goods
• 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

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Additional information Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player