truck driver

Government of Canada; Rural Municipality of West St. Paul; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a truck driver to operate and maintain vehicles for transporting goods. This role requires a high school diploma, specific driving licenses, and experience in customer service. The position emphasizes professionalism and safety, with a focus on contributing to environmental goals.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in truck driving.
• Must have Class 1/1F/A and Class 3/3F/DF licenses.
• Air Brakes Endorsement required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs and vehicle inspections.
• Load and unload goods safely.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Air Brakes Endorsement

Class 1/1F/A Licence

Class 3/3F/DF Licence

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

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The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

Work site environment

• Dusty

Responsibilities Tasks

• Professionalism in customer service
• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)

Experience and specialization Communication systems experience

• Citizens band (CB) radio

Transportation/travel experience

• Local

Additional information Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

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