Overview
Languages
English
Education
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No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
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Remote location
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Room and board provided
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Staff accommodation provided
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Address customers' complaints or concerns
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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
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Load and unload goods
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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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Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
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Perform preventive maintenance
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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
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)
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CPR Certificate
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Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR) Certificate
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Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
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Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
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First Aid Certificate
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Hydrogen Sulphide Awareness (H2S) Certificate
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Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
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Accident or incident reports
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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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Hydrovac
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Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
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Surface mining dump, off-highway
Communication systems experience
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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
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Local
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Provincial/territorial
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Regional
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Short-haul
Additional information
Security and safety
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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 for extended periods
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Willing to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Attention to detail
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Overtime required
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Sitting
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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Reliability
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Team player
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Hardworking
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Patience
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Health care plan
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Paramedical services coverage
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Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Other benefits
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Free parking available
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On-site housing options
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Other benefits
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Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
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Team building opportunities
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.