Full-Time Driver, Truck in Thunder Bay
Job Description
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experienceCredentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate; First Aid Certificate; Defensive Driving Course; CPR Certificate; Air Brake (Z) Endorsement; Forklift Operator Certification; AZ class license; DZ class license; Air Brakes EndorsementExperience
2 years to less than 3 yearsSpecific SkillsPerform preventive maintenance; Perform brake adjustments; Load and unload goods; Drive lighter, special purpose trucks; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
Documentation KnowledgeAccident 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 ladingCommunication Systems ExperienceCitizens band (CB) radioAdditional SkillsAddress customers’ complaints or concerns; Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques; Professionalism in customer serviceWeight HandlingUp to 23 kg (50 lbs); Up to 45 kg (100 lbs); Up to 9 kg (20 lbs); More than 45 kg (100 lbs); Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)Security and SafetyBondable; Driver’s validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Drug test; Criminal record check; Basic security clearanceOwn Tools/EquipmentSteel-toed safety boots; Hard hatWork Conditions and Physical CapabilitiesRepetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Sitting; Large workload; Overtime requiredType of Trucking and EquipmentStraight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)Transportation/Travel ExperienceRegional; LocalPersonal SuitabilityEffective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized