long haul truck driver

Overview

Languages: English

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset. Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Green Job: This position is a green job, as it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

Work Setting

• Various locations
• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• 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
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Credentials

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

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

Experience and Specialization

Documentation Knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trans-border documentation
• Trip reports

Communication Systems Experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/Travel Experience

• International
• Long-haul
• Provincial/territorial

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel internationally
• Willing to travel overnight

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight Handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own Tools/Equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal Suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience