truck driver

J&J Truck Training Center; Harrow; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trucking training center in Harrow is seeking a Truck Driver to oversee vehicle safety and ensure the secure transportation of cargo. The ideal candidate will have an AZ class license and demonstrated ability in route planning and vehicle inspections, contributing to efficient and safe logistics.

Qualifications

• AZ class license required.
• Experience of 7 months to less than 1 year preferred.
• Physically demanding job requiring strong judgement.

Responsibilities

• Plan or adjust routes to minimize fuel consumption.
• Perform inspections and emergency roadside repairs.
• Record service hours, distance travelled, and cargo details.

Skills

Route planning

Vehicle inspection

Emergency roadside repair

Safety compliance

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS equipment

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tasks

• 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
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform brake adjustments
• 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
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer

Security and safety

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

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Judgement

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year