Overview
Truck driver Jobs in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada at Manitoulin Transport
Work Term:
Permanent
Work Language:
English
Hours:
40 to 70 hours per week
Education:
Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience:
2 years to less than 3 years
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
Professionalism in customer service
Load and unload goods
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
Receive and relay information to central dispatch
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Air Brakes Endorsement
Driver’s License (Class 1 or
A)
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Documentation knowledge
Bill of lading
Dangerous goods occurrence reports
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Type of trucking and equipment
Tractor-trailer
Communication
systems experience
Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience
Local
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver’s licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Overtime required
Physically demanding
Sitting
Screening questions
Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
Health benefits
Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Group insurance benefits
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Other benefits
Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
Title: Truck driver
Company: Manitoulin Transport
Location: Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
Category: Transportation (Transportation Logistics, Truck Driver, Driver, Fleet Manager)
