Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
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Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
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Load and unload goods
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Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
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Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
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Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
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Pay and receive payments for goods
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Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
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Receive and relay information to central dispatch
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Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
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Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
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Transport and handle dangerous goods
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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AZ class license
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Air Brakes Endorsement
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Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
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Accident or incident reports
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Bill of lading
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Driver logbook
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Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
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Maintenance and repair reports
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Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
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Refrigerated
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Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
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Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Additional information
Security and safety
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Valid passport
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Criminal record check
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Driver's validity licence check
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Driving record check (abstract)
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Drug test
Transportation/travel information
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Valid driver's licence
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Willing to travel cross-border
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Attention to detail
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Handling heavy loads
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Large workload
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Overtime required
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Physically demanding
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Repetitive tasks
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Sitting
Weight handling
Own tools/equipment
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Cellular phone
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Hard hat
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Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Flexibility
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Judgement
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Organized
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Team player
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for persons with disabilities
- Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
Support for youths
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
Support for Veterans
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Veterans
Support for Indigenous people
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
Support for mature workers
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers
Supports for visible minorities
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.