Job Description
Work Term: PermanentWork Language: EnglishHours: 60 hours per weekEducation: Secondary (high) school graduation certificateExperience: Experience an assetWork settingVarious locationsTasksAddress customers' complaints or concernsCoach colleagues on new methods or work techniquesMountain driving expertiseProfessionalism in customer serviceArrange travel, related itineraries and make reservationsDrive as part of a two-person team or convoyDrive lighter, special purpose trucksLoad and unload goodsObtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routesOperate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materialsOversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipmentPay and receive payments for goodsPerform brake adjustmentsPerform emergency roadside repairsPerform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehiclePerform preventive maintenanceReceive and relay information to central dispatchRecord cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumptionTarping and ensuring safety and security of cargoCertificates, licences, memberships, and courses Air Brakes EndorsementAir Brake (Z) EndorsementDriver's License (Class 1 or A)Documentation knowledgeAccident or incident reportsBill of ladingDriver logbookInspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)Maintenance and repair reportsTrans-border documentationTrip reportsType of trucking and equipmentRefrigeratedStraight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)Tractor-trailerCommunication systems experienceCitizens band (CB) radioOperate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipmentTrip recorder (on-board computer)Transportation/travel experienceInternationalLong-haulNationalProvincial/territorialRegionalSecurity and safetyValid passportBasic security clearanceBondableCriminal record checkDriver's validity licence checkDriving record check (abstract)Drug testMedical examTransportation/travel informationDrive manual transmission vehicleValid driver's licenceWilling to travel cross-borderWilling to travel for extended periodsWilling to travel internationallyWilling to travel overnightWork conditions and physical capabilitiesAttention to detailHandling heavy loadsLarge workloadOvertime requiredPhysically demandingRepetitive tasksSittingWeight handlingUp to 45 kg (100 lbs)Own tools/equipmentCellular phoneSteel-toed safety bootsPersonal suitabilityEfficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationFlexibilityJudgementOrganizedReliabilityTeam player