long haul truck driver

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

No experience (will train)

On site

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

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
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• 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
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer