Government of Canada - Central

truck driver


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

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 44565298

      Overview

      Languages

      English

      Education

      • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

      Experience

      Experience an asset

      On site

      Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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      Work setting

      • Various locations
      • Willing to relocate

      Responsibilities

      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
      • Professionalism in customer service
      • Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
      • 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
      • 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

      Credentials

      Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

      Experience and specialization

      Documentation knowledge

      • Accident or incident reports
      • Bill of lading
      • Driver logbook
      • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
      • Maintenance and repair reports
      • Trip reports

      Communication systems experience

      • Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

      Transportation/travel experience

      • International
      • Long-haul
      • National
      • Provincial/territorial
      • Short-haul

      Additional information

      Security and safety

      • Valid passport
      • Basic security clearance
      • Driver's validity licence check

      Transportation/travel information

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

      Work conditions and physical capabilities

      • Attention to detail
      • Large workload
      • Physically demanding
      • Repetitive tasks
      • Sitting

      Weight handling

      • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

      Own tools/equipment

      • Steel-toed safety boots
      • Safety vest
      • Gloves

      Personal suitability

      • Efficient interpersonal skills
      • Flexibility
      • Judgement
      • Organized
      • Reliability
      • Team player
      • Hardworking
  • About the company

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