tank truck driver

Overview

Languages

English

Education

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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

- or equivalent experience

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

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Professionalism in customer service

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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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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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Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

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Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)

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Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

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Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

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First Aid Certificate

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Hydrogen Sulphide Awareness (H2S) Certificate

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Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate

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Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

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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Maintenance and repair reports

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Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

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Liquid bulk

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Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)

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Tractor-trailer

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Tractor-trailer B train

Communication systems experience

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Citizens band (CB) radio

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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

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Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

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Provincial/territorial

Additional information

Security and safety

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Driving record check (abstract)

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Drug test

Transportation/travel information

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Drive manual transmission vehicle

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Valid driver's licence

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Willing to travel for extended periods

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Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail

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Physically demanding

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Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

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Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

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Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

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Efficient interpersonal skills

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Excellent oral communication

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Excellent written communication

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Judgement

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Reliability

Benefits

Health benefits

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Dental plan

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Disability benefits

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Health care plan

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Vision care benefits

Other benefits

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Learning/training paid by employer