Short-haul and local transport truck drivers May transport hazardous products or dangerous goods.May drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.Communicate with dispatcher, other drivers and customers using communication devices and on-board computers.Administer bills of lading and manually or electronically maintain log books.Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes.Ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements and follow safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods.Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories such as tires, lights and turning signals, brakes and cold storage.Plan trip logistics and obtain required documentation to transport goods.Operate and drive primarily tractor-trailor, long-combination vehicle and straight-body trucks weighing over 4500 kg to transport goods and materials over long distances.This group performs some or all of the following duties: Mobile support equipment operator - Canadian armed forces.Coal hauler (except underground mining).
