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Transport driver

  • Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  • Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year

Tasks

  • Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed
  • Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
  • 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
  • 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

Employment terms options

  • Early morning

Employment terms options

  • Evening
  • Morning
  • Night
  • Day
  • Weekend

Green job

  • Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes
  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: English
  • Hours: 40 to 45 hours per week