Local truck driver

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Address customers’ complaints or concerns
• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
• Load and unload goods
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Prepare bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents
• Complete logbooks and reports
• Maintain inspection records and complete inspection reports

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)
• First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

• Provincial/territorial
• Short-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver’s validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Valid driver’s licence
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Reliability
• Hardworking
• Patience