About

Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Dusty. Work setting: Various locations. Tasks: Load and unload goods. Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials. 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. DZ class license. Air Brake (Z) Endorsement. Driver's License (Class 1 or A). Driver's License (Class 3 or D). Documentation knowledge: Accident or incident reports. Driver logbook. Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip). Maintenance and repair reports. Trip reports. Type of trucking and equipment: Roll-off truck. Dump truck. Flatbed. Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles). Communication systems experience: Citizens band (CB) radio. Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment. Transportation/travel experience: Local. Security and safety: Driver's validity licence check. Driving record check (abstract). Transportation/travel information: Own transportation. Own vehicle. Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Physically demanding. Sitting. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Own tools/equipment: Cellular phone. Hard hat. Steel-toed safety boots. Safety vest. Gloves. Personal suitability: Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Hardworking. Patience. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Are you currently a student?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?. Do you live near the job location?. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Other benefits: Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP). Learning/training paid by employer. Parking available.