Overview
Languages
English or French
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
On the road job
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Work setting
- Remote location
- Staff accommodation provided
- Various locations
- Relocation costs not covered by employer
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Mountain driving expertise
- Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
- Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)
- Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)
- Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
- Driver logbook
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Type of trucking and equipment
- Logging, highway
- Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Communication systems experience
- Citizens band (CB) radio
Transportation/travel experience
- Local
- Long-haul
- Provincial/territorial
- Regional
- Short-haul
Additional information
Security and safety
- Valid passport
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
- Drive manual transmission vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
- Willing to travel for extended periods
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Attention to detail
- Sitting
Weight handling
- More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
- Cellular phone
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Safety vest
Personal suitability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
- Hardworking
- Patience
Benefits
Other benefits
- On-site housing options
- Other benefits