About the job
Employer
Compass Transport Ltd.
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Tasks
- Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed
- 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
- Address customers' complaints or concerns
- Mountain driving expertise
- 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
- Pay and receive payments for goods
- Perform brake adjustments
- Perform emergency roadside repairs
- Perform preventive maintenance
- Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
- Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation knowledge
- Bill of lading
- Driver logbook
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Type of trucking and equipment
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Drug test
Transportation/travel information
- Willing to travel cross-border
- Willing to travel for extended periods
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
- Hardworking
- Patience
Screening questions
- Are you available for shift or on-call work?
- Do you have experience working in this field?
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?
Employment terms options
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Employment terms options
- Morning
- On call
- Day
- Weekend
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan