Driver, Heavy Truck


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Job requirements

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate; Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate; Hydrogen Sulphide Awareness (H2S) Certificate; First Aid Certificate; Extended Trailer Combination Permit or Endorsement; Defensive Driving Course; CPR Certificate; Pro-Trucker/Smart Driver (fuel efficiency) Training; Skid Control Training; Professional Driver Improvement Certificate; Driver’s License (Class 1 or A); Air Brake (Z) Endorsement; Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR) Certificate; AZ class license; Bear awareness Certification; S-100 basic fire suppression and safety training; Working at heights training; Air Brakes Endorsement

Experience

2 years to less than 3 yearsSpecific SkillsTransport and handle dangerous goods; Perform preventive maintenance; Perform emergency roadside repairs; Perform brake adjustments; Load and unload goods; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials; Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo; Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment; Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption; Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicleDocumentation KnowledgeAccident or incident reports; Trip reports; Maintenance and repair reports; Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip); Dangerous goods occurrence reports; Driver logbook; Bill of ladingCommunication Systems ExperienceOperate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment; Trip recorder (on-board computer); Citizens band (CB) radioAdditional SkillsAddress customers’ complaints or concerns; Owner-operator business skills; Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques; Professionalism in customer service; Mountain driving expertiseWeight HandlingUp to 23 kg (50 lbs)Security and SafetyDriver’s validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Medical exam; Drug test; Criminal record checkOwn Tools/EquipmentSteel-toed safety boots; Hard hat; Cellular phoneTransportation/Travel InformationWilling to travel cross-border; Willing to travel for extended periods; Willing to travel overnight; Valid driver’s licence; Drive manual transmission vehicleWork Conditions and Physical CapabilitiesHandling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Large workloadWork Location InformationRelocation costs not covered by employerType of Trucking and EquipmentTractor-trailer; Flatbed; Tractor-trailer A train; Tractor-trailer B train; Liquid bulk; Dry bulk; Dump truck; Extended length tractor-trailer combinationTransportation/Travel ExperienceRegional; National; Provincial/territorial; Long-haulPersonal SuitabilityEffective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Judgement; Reliability; OrganizedBenefitsGroup Insurance Benefits

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