truck driver

Overview

Languages
English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience
2 years to less than 3 years

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

Responsibilities

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations.
• 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 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

• AZ class license
• Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR) Certificate

Additional Information
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Attention to detail.
• Handling heavy loads.
• Large workload.
• Physically demanding.
• Sitting.

Weight Handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Personal Suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Excellent written communication.
• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Organized.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Hardworking.
• Patience.

Benefits
Health Benefits

• Disability benefits.
• Health care plan.

Other Benefits

• Other benefits.