Full-Time Driver, Truck in Hamilton
Job Description
Languages
EnglishEducation
Secondary (high) school graduation certificateCredentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate; Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate; Air Brake (Z) Endorsement; Forklift Operator Certification; AZ class license; DZ class licenseDocumentation 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
3 years to less than 5 yearsCommunication Systems Experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipmentAdditional Skills
Professionalism in customer serviceWeight Handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs); More than 45 kg (100 lbs)Specific Skills
Transport and handle dangerous goods; Load and unload goods; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; 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); Criminal record check; Basic security clearanceOwn Tools/Equipment
Steel-toed safety boots; Hard hat; Cellular phoneTransportation/Travel Information
Valid driver’s licence; Drive manual transmission vehicleWork Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detailType of Trucking and Equipment
Tractor-trailer; Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)Personal Suitability
Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized