Long haul truck driver

Overview

Languages
English

Education
No degree, certificate or diploma

7 months to less than 1 year

On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting
Various locations

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, GPS, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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 emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• 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

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

• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

• International
• Long-haul

• Valid passport
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel internationally
• Willing to travel overnight

• Physically demanding
• Sitting

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)