Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
1 to less than 7 months
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Work setting
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Remote location
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Various locations
Responsibilities
Tasks
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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
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Address customers' complaints or concerns
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Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
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Professionalism in customer service
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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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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 brake adjustments
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Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
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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
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)
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
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)
Transportation/travel experience
Additional information
Security and safety
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Valid passport
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Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
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Drive manual transmission vehicle
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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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Physically demanding
Weight handling
Own tools/equipment
Personal suitability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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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
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.)
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities
- Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
- Does not require Canadian work experience
Support for youths
- Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
Support for Veterans
- Recruits Veterans and other candidates with military experience through targeted hiring initiatives (for example: job fairs, outreach programs etc.)
Support for Indigenous people
- Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
Supports for visible minorities
- Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for 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.