Overview
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
Various locations
Willing to relocate
Relocation costs not covered by employer
Responsibilities
Tasks
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
Professionalism in customer service
Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
Load and unload goods
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 emergency roadside repairs
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Perform preventive maintenance
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Air Brakes Endorsement
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
First Aid Certificate
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Dangerous goods occurrence reports
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Dump truck
Communication systems experience
Citizens band (CB) radio
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience
Local
Regional
Short-haul
Additional information
Security and safety
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test
Transportation/travel information
Drive manual transmission vehicle
Travel expenses paid by employer
Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Sitting
Weight handling
More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
Cellular phone
Steel-toed safety boots
Safety vest
Gloves
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Hardworking
Patience
Benefits
Other benefits
Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
Team building opportunities
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 awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities
Support for newcomers and refugees
Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
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
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
Support for Veterans
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for Veterans
Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market
Support for Indigenous people
Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
Support for mature workers
Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
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 for 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
How to apply
By email
How-to-apply instructions
Here is what you must include in your application:
References attesting experience
Cover letter
This job posting includes screening questions. Please answer the following questions when applying:
Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you live near the job location?