truck driver

Overview

Languages: English

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On the road

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

Responsibilities

Tasks:

• 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 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