• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : 1 year to less than 2 years

Work site environment

Dusty

Work setting

Various locations

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
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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 brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

Dump truck

Transportation / travel experience

• Local
• Provincial / territorial

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Workplace information

• On the road job
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 30 to 35 hours per week