Vacancies: 12 positions
Wages: $28.85 hourly / 70 hours per week
Languages: English
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: Will train
On the road: Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Work setting: Relocation costs not covered by employer
Responsibilities
Tasks:
Mountain driving expertise
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
Load and unload goods
Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
Perform brake adjustments
Perform emergency roadside repairs
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Perform preventive maintenance
Receive and relay information to central dispatch
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:
AZ class license
Air Brakes Endorsement
Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge:
Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Dangerous goods occurrence reports
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trans-border documentation
Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment:
Dry bulk
Refrigerated
Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience:
Citizens band (CB) radio
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience:
International
Long-haul
National
Provincial/territorial
Additional information
Security and safety:
Valid passport
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test
Medical exam
Transportation/travel information:
Valid driver's licence
Willing to travel cross-border
Willing to travel for extended periods
Willing to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Sitting
Weight handling:
Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Own tools/equipment:
Cellular phone
Hard hat
Steel-toed safety boots
Safety vest
Personal suitability:
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
