Workplace information On the road job

Personal Suitability Flexibility; Team player; Reliability; Organized

Transportation/Travel Experience

Regional; National; Provincial/territorial; Long-haul

Type of Trucking and Equipment Tractor-trailer; Refrigerated; Dry bulk

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Attention to detail; Sitting; Overtime required

Transportation/Travel Information

Willing to travel cross-border; Willing to travel for extended periods; Willing to travel overnight; Valid driver's licence

Own Tools/Equipment

Tools; Steel-toed safety boots; Hard hat; Cellular phone

Security and Safety

Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Drug test; Criminal record check; Basic security clearance; Valid passport

Weight Handling Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Additional Skills Professionalism in customer service

Communication Systems Experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment; Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Documentation Knowledge

Accident or incident reports; Trip reports; Trans-border documentation; Maintenance and repair reports; Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip); Driver logbook; Bill of lading

Specific Skills

Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy; 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 vehicle

Experience Experience an asset

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

Driver's License (Class 1 or A); Air Brake (Z) Endorsement; AZ class license; Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks); Air Brakes Endorsement

Education No degree, certificate or diploma

On the road job

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Languages English