Tasks:
Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
Load and unload goods
Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
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 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
Transport and handle dangerous goods.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Dangerous goods occurrence reports
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trans-border documentation
Trip reports
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience:
Long-haul
Additional information
Security and safety
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licence
Willing to travel cross-border
Willing to travel for extended periods
Willing to travel internationally
Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities:
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Overtime required
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Sitting
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player