Truck Driver- NOC 73300

Prince George, BC

Job Description:

Operate and drive primarily log truck, long-combination vehicle and straight-body trucks weighing over 4500 kg to transport goods and materials over long distances
Plan trip logistics and obtain required documentation to transport goods
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories such as tires, lights and turning signals, brakes and cold storage
Ensure log truck cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements and follow safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods
Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Administer bills of lading and manually or electronically maintain log books
Communicate with dispatcher, other drivers and customers using communication devices and on-board computers
May perform emergency roadside repairs
May drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
May transport hazardous products or dangerous goods or heavy loads
Short-haul and local transport truck drivers if required
Operate and drive primarily trucks to transport goods and materials mainly on local routes and short interurban routes as needed
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle such as condition of equipment, and loading and unloading of cargo
May drive special purpose trucks such as tow trucks, dump trucks, hydrovac trucks or cement mixing trucks if needed as per seasonal requirements.

Job Requirements:

Willing to stay in camps if required
Punctual
Attention to detail
Occupational first aid is an asset
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Logging, highway experience is an asset
Communication systems experience
Citizens band (CB) radio experience is an asset
Transportation/travel experience
Security and safety
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drive manual transmission vehicle
Physically demanding - Weight handling Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
Flexibility
Reliability
Patience

Benefits:

Extended Medical and Dental starting after 3 months + RRSP matching up to a limit starting after 6 months
Accommodation and meals are paid for if overnight if required
  • 7 openings

  • Job type: temporary
  • Wage: $34 / hour
  • Experience: 3-years-to-less-than-5-years
  • Education: no-degree-certificate-or-diploma