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Truck Driver

Posted on Jan. 14, 2026 by Mittson Carrier

Kingston, Canada
N/A

Full Time

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 1 to less than 7 months
Work setting
Various locations
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
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
Load and unload goods
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
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
AZ class license
Air Brakes Endorsement
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Tractor-trailer
Personal suitability
Flexibility
Organized
Team player
Hardworking
Patience
Employment terms options
Early morning
Evening
Morning
Night
Day
Weekend
Workplace information
On the road job
Support for newcomers and refugees
Does not require Canadian work experience