Job Details

Languages
English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience
Experience an asset

Employment Type
Permanent, Full-time

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

Work setting
Various locations
Willing to relocate

Benefits
Health benefits
Disability benefits

Financial benefits
Life insurance

Other benefits
Free parking available
Other benefits

By email
rapidxpress777@gmail.com

Job Description

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
Address customers' complaints or concerns
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
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 emergency roadside repairs
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
AZ class license
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trans-border documentation
Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment
Flatbed
Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience
International
Long-haul
National
Provincial/territorial

Additional information
Security and safety
Valid passport
Basic security clearance
Drug test
Medical exam

Transportation/travel information
Willing to travel cross-border
Willing to travel for extended periods
Willing to travel internationally
Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Large workload
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Sitting

Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment
Hard hat
Steel-toed safety boots
Safety vest
Gloves

Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Hardworking
Patience