Driver, dump truck - Toronto

Overview

Languages

English

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

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Responsibilities

• 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
• 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Credentials

• AZ class license
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• DZ class license
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Forklift Operator Certification

Experience and specialization

• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports

• Roll-off truck
• Dump truck

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

• Local
• Short-haul

Additional information

• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

• Valid driver's licence

• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience

Benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• On-site recreation and activities
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Travel insurance