Class 1 Truck Driver

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer

Responsibilities

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
• Mountain driving expertise
• Load and unload goods
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Maintenance and repair reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer B train

Communication systems experience

• Citizens band (CB) radio

Transportation/travel experience

• Local
• Provincial/territorial
• Short-haul

Area of specialization

• Automatic transmission

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Own tools/equipment

• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety vest
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience