Class az (air brake endorsement) truck driver

Overview

Languages

English

Education
  • No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On the road

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

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Responsibilities

Tasks
  • 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
  • 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
  • Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
  • Knowledge of highway trucking and associated rules and regulations

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
  • AZ class license
  • Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge
  • Accident or incident reports
  • Bill of lading
  • Driver logbook
  • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
  • Maintenance and repair reports
Type of trucking and equipment
  • Flatbed
  • Refrigerated
  • Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
  • Citizens band (CB) radio
  • Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
  • Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience
  • Long-haul
  • Provincial/territorial
  • Short-haul

Additional information

Security and safety
  • Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
  • Drive manual transmission vehicle
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Willing to travel for extended periods
  • Willing to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities
  • Handling heavy loads
Weight handling
  • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
  • Cellular phone
  • Steel-toed safety boots
  • Gloves
Personal suitability
  • Flexibility
  • Reliability
  • Team player

Benefits

Health benefits
  • Dental plan
  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits
Other benefits
  • Parking available
  • Travel insurance
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