Responsibilities

Tasks

• Drive, load, handle and transport materials and heavy cargo safely
• Pickup goods and supplies, verify the load for accuracy, and deliver them as instructed
• Drive heavy and freight trucks in team or individually as required
• Follow instruction; locate and read location and maps
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport long routes
• Perform roadside repairs and perform brake adjustments in case of emergency
• Maintain details about cargo, hours worked, distance covered and fuel usage
• Conduct and inspect the brakes, tires, lights and oversight of all vehicle components every time pre and post trip
• Report any accident or vehicle issues encountered while driving to supervisor/dispatcher

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• AZ class license
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Transportation/travel experience

• Local
• Long-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Large workload
• Physically demanding
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player