Government of Canada - Central

truck driver, long haul


Pay28.39 / hour
LocationBarrie/Ontario
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 40696950

      Overview

      Languages

      English

      Education

      • No degree, certificate or diploma

      Experience

      Will train

      On the road

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

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      Responsibilities

      Tasks

      • Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
      • Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
      • 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
      • Perform brake adjustments
      • Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
      • Perform preventive maintenance
      • Receive and relay information to central dispatch
      • Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
      • Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

      Credentials

      Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

      • Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
      • Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
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