Truck driver, truck-trailer

Work Term: Seasonal
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Tasks

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
Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Documentation knowledge

Accident or incident reports
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports

Type of trucking and equipment

Dump truck
Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

Local

Security and safety

Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

Drive manual transmission vehicle

Own tools/equipment

Hard hat
Steel-toed safety boots
Safety vest

Personal suitability

Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Judgement
Reliability
Team player

Screening questions

Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Workplace information

On the road job

Health benefits

Dental plan
Health care plan