Job Description

Languages
English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience

Experience
3 years to less than 5 years

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

Work setting
Various locations

Responsibilities
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
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
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
Perform emergency roadside repairs
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Receive and relay information to central dispatch
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Transport and handle dangerous goods

Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 
Air Brakes Endorsement
Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)
First Aid Certificate
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Dump truck
Flatbed
Hydrovac
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
Long-haul
Short-haul

Additional information
Security and safety
Basic security clearance
Driver’s validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test

Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks

Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment
Hard hat
Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player

Benefits
Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Pension plan

Required languages: English

Education level: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Required skills: 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

Closest intersection: n/a