Long haul truck driver, Milton

Work Term: Permanent

Work Language: English

Hours: 40 hours per week

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year

Tasks

Professionalism in customer service

Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy

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, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

AZ class license

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

Accident or incident reports

Bill of lading

Driver logbook

Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Trans-border documentation

Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

Flatbed

Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

International

Long-haul

National

Security and safety

Valid passport

Criminal record check

Driver's validity licence check

Driving record check (abstract)

Drug test

Transportation/travel information

Drive manual transmission vehicle

Valid driver's licence

Willing to travel cross-border

Willing to travel internationally

Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Attention to detail

Repetitive tasks

Sitting

Weight handling

Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

Cellular phone

Personal suitability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Hardworking

Government programs

Recognized employer

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