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Shunter Truck Driver
Posted on January 1, 2025
by ROYAL TRUCK AND TRAILER SALES LTD
Brampton, Ontario, Canada
Job Sector:
Transportation & Logistics
Term of Employment: Full-Time
Total Views: 207
Duration: 4 calendar days (3 business days)
Last Updated: 4 days ago
Job URL: https://newworkers.ca/jobs/ontario/brampton/753008254/shunter-truck-driver/
Job Description
Tasks
- Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed
- 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
- Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
- Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
- Perform brake adjustments
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Experience and specialization
Type of trucking and equipment
- Flatbed
- Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
- Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
- Local
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- AZ class license