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)