truck driver

2 weeks ago

Halifax, Canada NovaXpress Courier Services Full time

Overview

Languages

English

Education

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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Responsibilities

Tasks

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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

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Address customers' complaints or concerns

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Professionalism in customer service

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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy

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Load and unload goods

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Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials

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Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment

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Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle

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Receive and relay information to central dispatch

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Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

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Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

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Transport and handle dangerous goods

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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AZ class license

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Air Brakes Endorsement

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Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

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Accident or incident reports

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Bill of lading

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Driver logbook

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Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

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Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

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Dry bulk

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Flatbed

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Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

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Local

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Long-haul

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National

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Provincial/territorial

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Regional

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Short-haul

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail

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Handling heavy loads

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Physically demanding

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Repetitive tasks

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Sitting

Weight handling

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Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

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Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

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More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

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Hard hat

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Steel-toed safety boots

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Gloves

Personal suitability

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Efficient interpersonal skills

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Excellent oral communication

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Flexibility

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Organized

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Reliability

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Team player

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Hardworking

Benefits

Health benefits

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Dental plan

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Health care plan

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Vision care benefits

Other benefits

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Free parking available

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Parking available

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