Transport truck driver

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

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

Work setting

• Willing to relocate

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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• AZ class license
• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

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
• Trans-border documentation
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

• International
• Long-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Basic security clearance
• Driver’s validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Overtime required
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: