Class 5 P&D Straight Truck Driver

Job summary

The driver is responsible for the safe loading, unloading, and delivery of shipments while maintaining the vehicle in clean and safe operating condition. They must also accurately process delivery records and adhere to all traffic laws and company safety procedures.

Job details

Main Role: The successful candidate will handle the loading and unloading of shipments, verify delivery accuracy, and ensure all deliveries are completed in accordance with company procedures. In this role, you will also be responsible for maintaining the assigned vehicle in a safe and clean operating condition and adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations. A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent customer service skills are essential for success in this role. Schedule: Monday to Friday (8:00am – 5:00pm) (Overtime after 9 hours) What We Offer: • Competitive Hourly rates $25.16 • Uniform allowance • A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan • RRSP matching program (5%) • Employee & Family Assistance Programs • Health & Wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs • 3 weeks' paid vacation • Ongoing training and advancement possibilities • Maternity leave top-up program RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities • Follow established pickup and delivery procedures • Accurately process daily pickup and delivery records • Safely load and unload the Straight Truck to prevent package damage • Maintain company equipment in accordance with operational standards • Ensure all deliveries are completed in a timely manner • Communicate effectively with customers, providing excellent service • Operate vehicles and equipment (e.g., hand cart) while following safety protocols and traffic laws • Comply with safety regulations, company policies, and procedural guidelines • Promptly report any incidents, accidents, injuries, or damages QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications • Education Required: High School or GED • Class 5 driver’s license with a minimum of 2 years’ safe commercial driving experience required • Clean driver’s abstract and criminal search • Good communication skills • Able to work in a fast-paced environment • Able to lift to 75 lbs. using the proper equipment • Excellent work ethic and reliability • Safety conscious Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. At Midland, we’re not just moving freight — we’re building the next generation of transportation. We’ve been one of the most trusted carriers in Canada and the United States for over 55 years. We are driven by superior quality service, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. We’re investing in technology to deliver measurable customer-focused solutions, and we’re also committed to sustainability and growth. Joining Midland means becoming part of a dynamic company that values safety, continuous improvement, and results. Our employees are the driving force behind our success, and we’re proud to foster a workplace where talent thrives, ideas are valued, and careers are built for the long haul. Whether on the road or in a service centre or office, every Midland employee helps build lasting relationships with our customers. We’re looking for motivated and skilled people who want to contribute to our high-performing team and be part of a business that is growing, evolving, and setting the standard in transportation and logistics. Let’s drive success together.

What you’ll do

The driver is responsible for the safe loading, unloading, and delivery of shipments while maintaining the vehicle in clean and safe operating condition. They must also accurately process delivery records and adhere to all traffic laws and company safety procedures.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Class 5 driver's license with at least two years of commercial driving experience and a clean driver's abstract. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with the physical ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Benefits

• Uniform allowance
• Flexible health plan
• Drug plan
• Dental plan
• Vision plan
• RRSP matching program
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Health & Wellness reimbursements
• Paid vacation
• Ongoing training

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• Heavy Lifting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Commercial driving
• Loading and unloading
• Delivery accuracy
• Vehicle maintenance
• Customer service
• Safety compliance
• Record keeping
• Communication
• Time management
• Heavy lifting
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Commercial Driving
• Lifting Ability
• Positivity
• Strong Work Ethic
• Valid Driver's License
• Service Innovation
• Customer Service
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Loading And Unloading
• Reliability

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades
• Straight Truck Driver
• Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver (General)
• Heavy Truck and Lorry Drivers
• Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

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