truck driver

Canada Vie; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian transportation company in Ottawa is looking for a dedicated driver to perform tasks including loading and unloading goods, operating trucks, and ensuring vehicle safety. Applicants should possess a valid Class 1 or A driver's license and an Air Brake (Z) endorsement. Experience will be provided, and the role requires on-site work only.

Qualifications

• Must be able to load and unload goods.
• Operate trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks and oversee vehicle condition.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs.
• Record cargo information and fuel consumption.

Skills

Driving skills

Cargo management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: Will train

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

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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 emergency roadside repairs
• 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

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)