Driver, Truck

  • Bedford
  • Transport Chalut 2000 Inc.

Tasks :

  • 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

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

Documentation Knowledge :

  • Driver logbook
  • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
  • Maintenance and repair reports

Type of Trucking and Equipment :

  • Dry bulk
  • Tractor-trailer
  • Tractor-trailer B train

Communication systems experience :

  • Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience :

  • International
  • Local
  • Long-haul
  • National
  • Provincial/territorial
  • Regional
  • Short-haul

Security and safety :

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

Transportation/travel information :

  • Valid driver's licence
  • Willing to travel cross-border
  • Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities :

  • Attention to detail
  • Overtime required
  • Repetitive tasks
  • Sitting

Own tools/equipment :

  • Steel-toed safety boots
  • Tools

Personal suitability :

  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility
  • Judgement
  • Reliability
  • Team player

Financial benefits :

  • As per collective agreement
  • Bonus

Long term benefits :

  • Group insurance benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Pension plan

Other benefits :

  • Learning/training paid by employer
  • Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)