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
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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
• 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
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook

Transportation/travel experience

• International
• Long-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available

  How to apply

   

  By email

  hr@planetexpresstransport.com

   

  What you must include in your application:

  • Cover letter
  • Answers to the following screening questions:
    • Are you willing to relocate for this position?

  What might be required by the employer later in the hiring process:

  • Proof of the requested certifications
  • References attesting experience
  • Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed