Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Work setting
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Moving and storage company
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Professionalism in customer service
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Load and unload goods
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Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
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Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
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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
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
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Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)
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Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Experience and specialization
Type of trucking and equipment
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Flatbed
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Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
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Tractor-trailer
Transportation/travel experience
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International
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Local
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Long-haul
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National
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Short-haul
Additional information
Security and safety
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Criminal record check
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Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
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Valid driver's licence
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Willing to travel cross-border
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Willing to travel for extended periods
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Willing to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Attention to detail
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Overtime required
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Physically demanding
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Repetitive tasks
Own tools/equipment
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
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Disability benefits
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Health care plan
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Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
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Group insurance benefits
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Life insurance
Other benefits
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.