Swamper - Truck Transport

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Transport tools and equipment on push or hand cars
• Check freight cars for physical damage and cleanliness
• Assist trucks and delivery drivers to load and unload vehicles
• Perform labouring duties in warehouses

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Gloves
• Mask
• Safety glasses/goggles

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player