Long Haul Truck Driver

English

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience an asset

Weight handling

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Work setting

Various locations

Own tools/equipment

Hard hat

Personal suitability

Efficient interpersonal skills, Excellent oral communication, Flexibility, Judgement, Organized, Reliability, Team player

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

Air Brakes Endorsement, Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Type of trucking and equipment

Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

International, Long-haul, National, Provincial/territorial, Regional

Communication systems experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

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

Tasks

Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques, Mountain driving expertise, Owner-operator business skills, 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, Pay and receive payments for goods, Perform brake adjustments, 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

Security and safety

Criminal record check, Driver's validity licence check, Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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