About the job
Employer
TOP 10 TRANSPORT LTD.
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
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
- Mountain driving expertise
- 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 brake adjustments
- Perform emergency roadside repairs
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
- Perform preventive maintenance
- Receive and relay information to central dispatch
- Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
- Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
- Transport and handle dangerous goods
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
- Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Documentation knowledge
- Bill of lading
- Driver logbook
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
- Refrigerated
- Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Security and safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Drug test
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Attention to detail
- Sitting
Own tools/equipment
- Hard hat
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Safety vest
Personal suitability
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Patience
Screening questions
- Are you authorized to work in Canada?
- Are you available for shift or on-call work?
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?
Employment terms options
Flexible hours
Experience
Will train