Full-Time Flatbed Truck Driver in Niagara Falls
Job Description
Languages
English Education
No degree, certificate or diploma or equivalent experienceCredentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Driver’s License (Class 3 or D); Air Brake (Z) Endorsement; Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR) Certificate; Forklift Operator CertificationDocumentation Knowledge
Accident or incident reports; Trip reports; Maintenance and repair reports; Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip); Dangerous goods occurrence reports; Driver logbook; Bill of ladingExperience
1 year to less than 2 yearsCommunication Systems Experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipmentAdditional Skills
Address customers’ complaints or concerns; Professionalism in customer serviceWeight Handling
More than 45 kg (100 lbs)Specific Skills
Transport and handle dangerous goods; Pay and receive payments for goods; Load and unload goods; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials; Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo; Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy; Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment; Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption; Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicleSecurity and Safety
Bondable; Driver’s validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract)Own Tools/Equipment
Steel-toed safety bootsTransportation/Travel Information
Valid driver’s licence; Drive manual transmission vehicleWork Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Sitting; Large workload; Overtime requiredType of Trucking and Equipment
Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)Transportation/Travel Experience
LocalPersonal Suitability
Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized