Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
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.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Mountain driving expertise
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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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Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
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Perform brake adjustments
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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
Experience and specialization
Communication systems experience
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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
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
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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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
Who can apply to 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.