truck driver

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 50 to 60 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years or equivalent experience Work setting Willing to relocate Relocation costs covered by employer Tasks Address customers' complaints or concerns Professionalism in customer service Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations 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 Transport and handle dangerous goods Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses  Air Brakes Endorsement Driver's License (Class 1 or A) Documentation knowledge Driver logbook Maintenance and repair reports Type of trucking and equipment Refrigerated Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles) Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Transportation/travel experience International Local Long-haul Provincial/territorial Security and safety Valid passport Criminal record check Driving record check (abstract) Transportation/travel information Travel expenses paid by employer Valid driver's licence Willing to travel for extended periods Willing to travel overnight Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Large workload Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Weight handling Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs) Own tools/equipment Cellular phone Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Screening questions Are you available for the advertised start date? Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Are you willing to relocate for this position? Financial benefits As per collective agreement Other benefits Learning/training paid by employer Other benefits Team building opportunities Transportation provided by employer Parking available