Government of Canada - Western

long haul truck driver


Pay28.85 / hour
LocationCalgary/Alberta
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 40858028

      Overview

      Languages

      English

      Education

      • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

      Experience

      Experience an asset

      On site

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

      Responsibilities

      Tasks

      • 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
      • Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
      • Transport and handle dangerous goods

      Credentials

      Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

      • Air Brakes Endorsement
      • Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

      Experience and specialization

      Documentation knowledge

      • Trip reports

      Transportation/travel experience

      • Long-haul

      Additional information

      Work conditions and physical capabilities

      • Attention to detail
      • Handling heavy loads
      • Physically demanding
      • Repetitive tasks
      • Sitting

      Personal suitability

      • Efficient interpersonal skills
      • Excellent oral communication
      • Organized
      • Team player
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