class 1 truck driver

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
• Professionalism in customer service
• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• Load and unload goods
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

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

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

• Local
• Long-haul
• Provincial/territorial
• Short-haul

Area of specialization

• Truck driving

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Parking available