Full-Time Truck Driver, Flatbed in Kitchener
Job Description
Languages
English
Education
Not applicable
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Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Driver’s Licence (Class 1 or A); Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
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Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
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Type of Trucking and Equipment
Tractor-trailer; Flatbed
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Type of Travel
Long-haul; Provincial/territorial
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Documentation Knowledge
Driver logbook; Bill of lading; Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip); Maintenance and repair reports; Trip reports; Accident or incident reports
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Weight Handling
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
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Specific Skills
Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials; Loading and unloading of goods; Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo; Plan travel schedules and routes; Receive and relay information to central dispatcher; Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment; Monitor vehicle performance and mechanical fitness
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Additional Skills
Professionalism in customer service
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Security and Safety
Driving record check (abstract)
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Own Tools/Equipment
Tools; Steel-toed safety boots; Hard hat
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Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Physically demanding
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Transportation/Travel Information
Willing to travel for extended periods; Willing to travel overnight; Valid driver’s licence
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Essential Skills
Reading text; Document use; Numeracy; Writing; Communication; Working with others; Problem solving; Critical thinking; Job task planning and organizing; Significant use of memory; Finding information; Continuous learning
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How to Apply
Please e-mail Resume to: hunttruckingjobs@hotmail.caWe encourage all candidates who have the right mix of skills, abilities and a passion for excellence to apply. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.