truck driver

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work setting: Various locations. 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. Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy. Load and unload goods. Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment. Perform brake adjustments. 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. Transport and handle dangerous goods. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : AZ class license. Air Brakes Endorsement. Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks). 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. Trans-border documentation. Trip reports. Type of trucking and equipment: Dry bulk. Refrigerated. Communication systems experience: Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment. Transportation/travel experience: International. Long-haul. Provincial/territorial. Security and safety: Valid passport. 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. Physically demanding. Repetitive tasks. Sitting. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Own tools/equipment: Cellular phone. Steel-toed safety boots. Safety vest. Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Judgement. Reliability. Team player. Hardworking. Patience. Employment terms options: Early morning. Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year. Employment terms options: Evening. Morning. Night. Day. Weekend. Green job: Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes. Workplace information: On the road job. Other benefits: Learning/training paid by employer. Location Calgary , AB T2A 7G8 Work location On the road Salary $ 37.00 HOUR hourly / 40 to 50 hours per week Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend Starts as soon as possible Benefits: Other benefits vacancies 4 vacancies Source Job Bank #3655066 Various locations Calgary, AB