Overview
Languages
English
Education
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No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
7 months to less than 1 year
Work setting
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Remote location
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Various locations
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Mountain driving expertise
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Professionalism in customer service
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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 emergency roadside repairs
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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
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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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Air Brakes Endorsement
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Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
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Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
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FAST (Free and Secure Trade) Program
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Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) 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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Bill of lading
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Dangerous goods occurrence 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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Trans-border documentation
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Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
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
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International
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Local
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Long-haul
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National
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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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Valid passport
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Basic security clearance
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Bondable
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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
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Medical exam
Transportation/travel information
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Drive manual transmission vehicle
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Own transportation
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Travel expenses paid by employer
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Valid driver's licence
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Willing to travel cross-border
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Willing to travel for extended periods
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Willing to travel internationally
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Willing to travel overnight
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
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More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
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Cellular phone
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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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Reliability
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Team player
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Hardworking
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Disability benefits
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Health care plan
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Paramedical services coverage
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Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
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Bonus
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Group insurance benefits
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Life insurance
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Mileage paid
Other benefits
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Free parking available
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Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
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Parking available
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Travel insurance
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.