Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
Professionalism in customer service
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
Load and unload goods
Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
Pay and receive payments for goods
Perform brake adjustments
Perform emergency roadside repairs
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Perform preventive maintenance
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Overtime required
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Sitting
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Hardworking
Patience
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
Support for persons with disabilities
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities
Support for newcomers and refugees
Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
Support for youths
Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
Support for Veterans
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for Veterans
Support for Indigenous people
Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
Support for mature workers
Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
Supports for visible minorities
Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
