Long term benefits

Group insurance benefits; Life insurance; Pension plan; Registered retirement savings plan (RRSP); Other benefits

Health benefits

Health care plan; Dental plan; Vision care benefits

Personal Suitability

Team player; Excellent oral communication; Reliability; Organized

Transportation/Travel Experience Local; Short-haul

Type of Trucking and Equipment Tractor-trailer

Work Location Information Relocation costs not covered by employer

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

Transportation/Travel Information Valid driver's licence

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

Security and Safety

Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract)

Weight Handling Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Additional Skills

Owner-operator business skills; Professionalism in customer service

Communication Systems Experience Citizens band (CB) radio

Documentation Knowledge

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

Specific Skills

Perform preventive maintenance; Perform brake adjustments; Load and unload goods; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; 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

Long term benefits

Group insurance benefits, Life insurance, Pension plan, Registered retirement savings plan (RRSP), Other benefits

Health benefits

Health care plan, Dental plan, Vision care benefits

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

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

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate; Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate; Driver's License (Class 3 or D); Driver's License (Class 1 or A); Air Brake (Z) Endorsement; Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks); Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles); Air Brakes Endorsement

Education No degree, certificate or diploma

Languages English