Overview
Languages: English
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Experience an asset
Responsibilities:
Tasks: Address customers’ complaints or concerns, Professionalism in customer service, Load and unload goods, Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes, Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials, Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment, Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle, Receive and relay information to central dispatch, Record cargo information, hours of service, A Licence (semi-trailer trucks), Air Brake (Z) Endorsement, Driver’s License (Class 1 or A), FAST (Free and Secure Trade) Program
Experience and specialization: Documentation knowledge, Bill of lading, Driver logbook, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Trans-border documentation, Type of trucking and equipment, Tractor-trailer, Communication systems experience, Trip recorder (on-board computer),Transportation/travel experience, International, Long-haul
Additional information: Security and safety: Valid passport, Bondable, Criminal record check, Driver’s validity licence check, Driving record check (abstract), Drug test
Transportation/travel information: Valid driver’s licence, Willing to travel cross-border, Willing to travel for extended periods, Willing to travel overnight,
Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail, Sitting
Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Own tools/equipment: Cellular phone, Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Judgement, Organized, Reliability, Team player
Benefits:
Health benefits: Dental plan, Health care plan, Vision care benefits
Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits, Life insurance, Travel insurance