Truck Driver

Work Term: Permanent

• Work Language: English

• Hours: 24 to 40 hours per week

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

• or equivalent experience Work setting :

• Willing to relocate Tasks :

• Address customers' complaints or concerns

• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques

• Mountain driving expertise

• Professionalism in customer service

• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks

• 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 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 Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Air Brakes Endorsement

• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

• Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

• CPR Certificate

• Defensive Driving Course

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)

• First Aid Certificate

• Forklift Operator Certification

• Pro-Trucker/Smart Driver (fuel efficiency) Training

• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate Documentation knowledge :

• Accident or incident reports

• Dangerous goods occurrence reports

• Driver logbook

• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

• Maintenance and repair reports

• Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment :

• Tow truck Communication systems experience :

• Citizens band (CB) radio

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Transportation/travel experience :

• Local

• Provincial/territorial

• Regional

• Short-haul Security and safety :

• Basic security clearance

• Bondable

• Criminal record check

• Driver's validity licence check

• Driving record check (abstract)

• Drug test Transportation/travel information :

• Drive manual transmission vehicle

• Travel expenses paid by employer

• Valid driver's licence

• Willing to travel for extended periods Work conditions and physical capabilities :

• Attention to detail

• Handling heavy loads

• Large workload

• Physically demanding

• Sitting Weight handling :

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Own tools/equipment :

• Cellular phone

• Hard hat

• Steel-toed safety boots

• Tools Personal suitability :

• Efficient interpersonal skills

• Excellent oral communication

• Flexibility

• Judgement

• Organized

• Reliability

• Team player Screening questions :

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

• Are you willing to relocate for this position?

• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications? Green job :

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

• Involves supporting green economy sectors

• Requires specialized environmental skills or knowledge Health benefits :

• Dental plan

• Health care plan

• Vision care benefits Financial benefits :

• As per collective agreement Long term benefits :

• Group insurance benefits

• Life insurance

• Maternity and parental benefits

• Other benefits

• Pension plan Other benefits :

• Free parking available

• Learning/training paid by employer

• On-site amenities

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

• Team building opportunities