Language Requirements
English
Transportation/Travel Information
Willing to travel for extended periods, Drive manual transmission vehicle, Valid driver's licence, Willing to travel overnight.
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Attention to detail, Large workload, Repetitive tasks, Handling heavy loads, Overtime required, Physically demanding, Sitting.
Personal Suitability
Effective interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Organized, Reliability, Judgement, Team player, Excellent written communication, Excellent oral communication.
Additional Skills
Professionalism in customer service, Address customers' complaints or concerns.
Communication Systems Experience
Citizens band (CB) radio.
Documentation Knowledge
Accident or incident reports, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Maintenance and repair reports, Trip reports, Bill of lading, Driver logbook.
Specific Skills
Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials, Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes, Drive lighter, special purpose trucks, Load and unload goods, Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo, Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle, Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment, Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations, Receive and relay information to central dispatch, Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy, Perform brake adjustments, Pay and receive payments for goods, Perform emergency roadside repairs, Transport and handle dangerous goods, Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption, Perform preventive maintenance.
Transportation/Travel Experience
National, Long-haul.