Personal Suitability

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

Transportation/Travel Experience

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

Type of Trucking and Equipment

Tractor-trailer; Flatbed; Tractor-trailer B train; Dry bulk

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Sitting; Large workload; Overtime required

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Willing to travel for extended periods; Willing to travel overnight; Valid driver's licence; Drive manual transmission vehicle

Own Tools/Equipment

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

Security and Safety

Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Medical exam; Drug test

Weight Handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Additional Skills Address customers' complaints or concerns

Documentation Knowledge

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

Specific Skills

Transport and handle dangerous goods; 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 vehicle

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

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

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

Education No degree, certificate or diploma

Languages English