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Location
Abbotsford, BCV2T 5M9
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Work location
On site
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Salary$36.60HOUR hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
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Overtime required
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
10 vacancies
- Source
Job Bank
#3665179
Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
No experience (will train)
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
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Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
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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 brake adjustments
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Perform emergency roadside repairs
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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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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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Maintenance and repair reports
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Trans-border documentation
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Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
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Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
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Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
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International
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Long-haul
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National
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Regional
Additional information
Security and safety
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Valid passport
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Driving record check (abstract)
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Drug test
Transportation/travel information
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Valid driver's licence
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Willing to travel cross-border
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Willing to travel for extended periods
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Willing to travel internationally
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Willing to travel overnight
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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Sitting
Weight handling
Personal suitability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Flexibility
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Organized
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Team player