Truck Driver
Job requirements
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
Transportation/Travel Information
Willing to travel for extended periods, Valid driver's licence, Willing to travel overnight
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Attention to detail, Large workload, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Sitting
Personal Suitability
Effective interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Organized, Reliability, Judgement, Team player
Additional Skills
Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques, Address customers' complaints or concerns
Communication Systems Experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Documentation Knowledge
Driver logbook, Trip reports, Maintenance and repair reports, Accident or incident reports
Specific 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, Drive lighter, special purpose trucks, Load and unload goods, Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo, Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations, Receive and relay information to central dispatch, Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy, Perform brake adjustments, Pay and receive payments for goods, Perform emergency roadside repairs, Transport and handle dangerous goods, Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption, Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes, Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle, Perform preventive maintenance
Weight Handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)