Government of Canada - Western
logging truck driver
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Job Description
- Req#: 48901547
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Willing to relocate
- Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed
- 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
- Address customers' complaints or concerns
- Mountain driving expertise
- Professionalism in customer service
- Load and unload goods
- 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 brake adjustments
- Perform emergency roadside repairs
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
- Perform preventive maintenance
- 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
- Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
- Accident or incident reports
- Bill of lading
- Driver logbook
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Maintenance and repair reports
- Trip reports
- Logging, highway
- Logging, off-highway
- Tractor-trailer
- Citizens band (CB) radio
- Long-haul
- Provincial/territorial
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Drive manual transmission vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
- Attention to detail
- Handling heavy loads
- Physically demanding
- Repetitive tasks
- Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Judgement
- Organized
- Team player
- Hardworking
- Patience
About the company
Overview
Languages
English
Education
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Work setting
Responsibilities
Tasks
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
Type of trucking and equipment
Communication systems experience
Transportation/travel experience
Additional information
Security and safety
Transportation/travel information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Weight handling
Own tools/equipment
Personal suitability
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