Truck driver

Caravan Group of Companies

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  • or equivalent experience

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

  • Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Professionalism in customer service
  • Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
  • 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and coursesĀ 

  • AZ class license
  • Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

  • Accident or incident reports
  • Bill of lading
  • Driver logbook
  • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
  • Trans-border documentation
  • Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

  • Dry bulk
  • Refrigerated
  • Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

  • Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
  • Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

  • Long-haul
  • National
  • Provincial/territorial
  • Regional
  • Short-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

  • Criminal record check
  • Driver’s validity licence check
  • Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

  • Valid driver’s licence
  • Willing to travel cross-border
  • Willing to travel for extended periods
  • Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Sitting

Weight handling

  • Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

  • Excellent oral communication
  • Judgement
  • Reliability

Benefits

Financial benefits

  • As per collective agreement
  • Group insurance benefits
  • Mileage paid
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