transport truck driver

Job description

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Dusty. Outdoors. Hot. Cold/refrigerated. 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. 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 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. Understand the purpose, proper usgage and information found on material safety data sheets (MSDS). Perform minor repairs to equipment. Measure distance, volume, length and weight. Complete onboard and other logs. Communication systems experience: Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Large workload. Physically demanding. Fast-paced environment. Own tools/equipment: Hard hat. Steel-toed safety boots. Safety vest. Gloves. Safety glasses/goggles. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Other benefits: Other benefits.