Truck driver, heavy truck - Toronto

apartmentBig League Transport Inc placeToronto calendar_month 

Overview

Languages

English

Education
  • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

5 years or more

On site

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

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
  • Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
  • 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
  • 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
  • Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge
  • Accident or incident reports
  • Driver logbook
  • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
  • Maintenance and repair reports
  • Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
  • Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Communication systems experience
  • Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
  • Long-haul
  • Provincial/territorial
  • Regional
  • Short-haul

Additional information

Security and safety
  • Valid passport
  • Basic security clearance
  • Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
  • Drive manual transmission vehicle
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Willing to travel for extended periods
Work conditions and physical capabilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Handling heavy loads
Own tools/equipment
  • Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Flexibility
  • Judgement
  • Organized
  • Reliability
  • Team player
  • Hardworking
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