Government of Canada - Central

local truck driver


Pay34.10 / hour
LocationKitchener/Ontario
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 42426131

      Overview

      Languages

      English

      Education

      • College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

      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.

      Work setting

      • Remote location
      • Various locations

      Responsibilities

      Tasks

      • Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
      • Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
      • 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
      • Pay and receive payments for goods
      • 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
      • Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
      • Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
      • Transport and handle dangerous goods

      Credentials

      Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

      • Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
      • Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

      Experience and specialization

      Documentation knowledge

      • Accident or incident reports
      • Bill of lading
      • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

      Type of trucking and equipment

      • Tractor-trailer

      Transportation/travel experience

      • Short-haul

      Additional information

      Security and safety

      • Criminal record check
      • Driving record check (abstract)
      • Drug test

      Transportation/travel information

      • Valid driver's licence
      • Willing to travel for extended periods

      Work conditions and physical capabilities

      • Handling heavy loads
      • Physically demanding

      Weight handling

      • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

      Own tools/equipment

      • Cellular phone
      • Steel-toed safety boots

      Personal suitability

      • Reliability
      • Team player
  • About the company

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