Class 1 Truck Driver - Fuel - (PM shift)

Dartmouth, NS
On-site
Posted Oct 10, 2026
1 position

$29 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Apply by: Nov 8, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Safely operate Class 1 tanker units to transport and deliver petroleum products throughout Nova Scotia and, as required, Atlantic Canada. Inspect vehicles, load and unload fuel, complete required logs and delivery documents, communicate with dispatch and customers, and comply with safety regulations.

Job details

Description Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time Number of Positions: 5 Wage: $28.50/hour for first 6 months; transition to trip standard after 6 months Hours of Work: Approximately 50–60 hours per week Language of Work: English Join Our Team Today! Joining the Seaboard Transport Group of Companies provides you with the opportunity to choose between various career paths. Seaboard Transport Group of Companies is an industry leader in liquid bulk petroleum and chemical transportation. Our expertise also extends to road transportation of dry bulk products, food transport, general freight and refrigerated freight. Not only does joining a large group of companies offer work diversity, it also gives you the opportunity to work close to home or relocate. We currently have operations in all major cities across Canada and into the US. We are currently hiring Company Drivers in Dartmouth, NS to haul and handle Fuel throughout Nova Scotia. May be required to haul Quads, B-Trains, and mini tankers. Schedule: Night shift 5 days on 2 days off, 5 days on 3 days off 10–12 hour shifts - Approximately 60 hours/week Home Daily Work Pay Structure: $28.50/hour for first 6 months - Transition to trip standard pay after 6 months $3/hour night shift premium $25/hour for training pay (4-6 weeks) Job Duties: Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following. Responsibilities may change based on business needs. Safely operate Class 1 tanker units transporting petroleum products. Transport fuel products to customer locations throughout Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada as required. Perform pre-trip, and post-trip vehicle inspections. Load and unload petroleum products in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements. Complete electronic driver logs, bills of lading, delivery documentation, and required inspection reports. Communicate with dispatch and customers regarding deliveries and operational requirements. Comply with all applicable provincial, federal, DOT, and company safety regulations. Report equipment defects, accidents, incidents, and maintenance concerns. Maintain a professional and customer-focused approach while representing the company. Perform other duties related to the safe transportation of petroleum products as assigned. Working Conditions Night work Manual handling associated with loading, unloading, and equipment inspections. Exposure to varying weather conditions. Tight delivery schedules while maintaining safe operating practices. Overtime may be required Qualifications: Valid Canadian Class 1 License with manual endorsement. Minimum two (2) years of verifiable Class 1 commercial driving experience operating tractor-trailers in Canada required. Safe driving background – Clean driver's abstract satisfactory to the employer. 18 speed manual transmission experience required Must be fluent in English (spoken and written) to communicate effectively with dispatch, customers, and emergency responders. Strong communication and customer service skills. Fuel experience considered an asset Seaboard Offers: Referral Bonus Monthly Safety Bonus Night shift premium Industry-leading pay program Stable, year-round regional work (home daily) with dedicated runs and a loyal customer base Paid Training Shared Cost Benefits Plan (health, dental, vision) RRSP Program Milestone Programs Division, Driver & Technician of the Month Programs Uniform Allowance Goodlife Membership Discount Scholarship Program Employee Assistance Program Ready to Join? Apply now by submitting your resume directly through this ad. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion Seaboard Transport Group Safe. Reliable. Professional.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants must hold a valid Canadian Class 1 licence with a manual endorsement, have at least two years of verifiable Canadian tractor-trailer experience, and have experience with an 18-speed manual transmission. A satisfactory clean driving abstract, fluency in spoken and written English, and strong communication and customer service skills are required; fuel experience is an asset.