Truck Driver, Truck-trailer
Job Description
Job requirements Languages English
Education No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience 2 years to less than 3 years
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.) Driver's License (Class 1 or A) Air Brakes Endorsement Specific Skills Perform preventive maintenance Load and unload goods Receive and relay information to central dispatch Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo 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 Documentation Knowledge Accident or incident reports Maintenance and repair reports Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Driver logbook Bill of lading Communication Systems Experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Trip recorder (on-board computer) Citizens band (CB) radio Additional Skills Professionalism in customer service Mountain driving expertise Type of Trucking and Equipment Tractor-trailer Tractor-trailer B train Security and Safety Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Transportation/Travel Information Valid driver's licence; Work Location Information Relocation costs not covered by employer; Personal Suitability Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized; Benefits Long term benefits Other benefits