truck driver

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: Will train

Tasks:

1. Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
2. Load and unload goods
3. Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
4. Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
5. Perform emergency roadside repairs
6. Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
7. Perform preventive maintenance
8. Receive and relay information to central dispatch
9. Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
10. Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
11. Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:

1. Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

Documentation knowledge:

1. Accident or incident reports
2. Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
3. Trip reports
4. Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation / travel information:

1. Valid driver's licence
2. Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Support for newcomers and refugees:

Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees.

Support for youths:

1. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
2. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers