Job Order Detail

Description

Skills And Abilities
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation Knowledge
- Accident or incident reports
- Trip reports
- Trans-border documentation
- Maintenance and repair reports
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Dangerous goods occurrence reports
- Driver logbook
- Bill of lading
Communication Systems Experience
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
- Citizens band (CB) radio
Weight Handling
- Up to 35 kg (70 lbs)
Specific Skills
- Perform preventive maintenance
- Perform brake adjustments
- Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
- Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
- Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
- Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
- Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Security and Safety
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Valid passport
- Drug test
Transportation/Travel Information
- Willing to travel cross-border
- Willing to travel for extended periods
- Valid driver's licence
- Drive manual transmission vehicle
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Repetitive tasks
- Handling heavy loads
- Attention to detail
- Sitting
- Overtime required
Work Location Information
- Remote location
- Various locations
Type of Trucking and Equipment
- Tractor-trailer
- Flat deck trailer
Transportation/Travel Experience
- Long-haul
- Flat deck