Truck driver, long haul

Job requirements

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Will train

Weight handling

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Work setting

Various locations

Own tools/equipment

Hard hat, Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

Efficient interpersonal skills, Excellent oral communication, Excellent written 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, Local, 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

Address customers' complaints or concerns, Mountain driving expertise, Professionalism in customer service, Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy, Load and unload goods, 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle, 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

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