truck driver

Documentation Knowledge

• Bill of lading

Communication Systems Experience

• Citizens band (CB) radio

Weight Handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Specific Skills

• Transport and handle dangerous goods

• Perform preventive maintenance

• Perform emergency roadside repairs

• Pay and receive payments for goods

• Perform brake adjustments

• Load and unload goods

• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks

• Receive and relay information to central dispatch

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

• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy

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

• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations

• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes

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

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

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Repetitive tasks

• Handling heavy loads

• Physically demanding

• Attention to detail

• Sitting

• Large workload

Type of Trucking and Equipment

• Flatbed

Transportation/Travel Experience

• Long-haul

Personal Suitability

• Effective interpersonal skills

• Flexibility

• Team player

• Excellent oral communication

• Excellent written communication

• Judgement

• Reliability

• Organized