truck driver

Government of Canada; Caledon; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a Truck Driver responsible for transporting goods across various locations. This role involves overseeing vehicle condition, performing inspections, and collaborating in a two-person team. Candidates must possess an AZ driver's license and Air Brake endorsements. Benefits include mileage pay, with no remote work option.

Benefits

Mileage paid

Qualifications

• Possess a valid AZ class driver's license and Air Brake endorsements.
• Ability to operate straight or articulated trucks.
• Experience in handling various transportation documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspections.
• Manage cargo records and vehicle conditions.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Education

AZ class license

Air Brakes Endorsement

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

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Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• 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
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

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
• Trans-border documentation
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Citizens band (CB) radio
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Additional information Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Sitting

Personal suitability

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

Benefits Financial benefits

• Mileage paid