long haul truck driver

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• Professionalism in customer service
• 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
• 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

Experience and specialization

Transportation/travel experience

• Long-haul

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability