Class 1 Transport Truck Driver

Overview

Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
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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
Professionalism in customer service
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
Perform preventive maintenance
Receive and relay information to central dispatch
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Air Brakes Endorsement
Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
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
Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Refrigerated
Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
~ Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience
Local
Provincial/territorial
Regional
Short-haul
Additional information
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test
Transportation/travel information
Drive manual transmission vehicle
Valid driver's licence
Willing to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities
~ Attention to detail

Own tools/equipment
Cellular phone
Steel-toed safety boots
Safety vest
Gloves
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Hardworking
Benefits
Health benefits
Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Group insurance benefits
Pension plan
Long term benefits
Long-term care insurance
Maternity and parental benefits
Other benefits
Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
Parking available