Languages English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificateor equivalent experience

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

Driver's License (Class 1 or A); Air Brake (Z) Endorsement; FAST (Free and Secure Trade) Program; AZ class license; Air Brakes Endorsement

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Specific Skills

Receive and relay information to central dispatch; 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

Documentation Knowledge

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

Communication Systems Experience

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

Additional Skills

Address customers' complaints or concerns; Owner-operator business skills; Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques; Professionalism in customer service; Mountain driving expertise

Weight Handling Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Security and Safety

Driving record check (abstract); Drug test; Criminal record check; Valid passport

Own Tools/Equipment Steel-toed safety boots; Cellular phone

Transportation/Travel Information

Willing to travel cross-border; Willing to travel for extended periods; Drive manual transmission vehicle; Willing to travel internationally

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Repetitive tasks; Attention to detail; Sitting

Work Location Information Remote location

Type of Trucking and Equipment Tractor-trailer

Transportation/Travel Experience

International; Provincial/territorial; Short-haul; Long-haul

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized