12-Wheel Class 1 Truck Driver

American Iron and Metal; Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading metal recycling company in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures is seeking a Class 1 truck driver. Responsibilities include transporting metal materials, ensuring safety compliance, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate has a valid driver's license, strong communication skills, and experience with manual transmission trucks. This role offers competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary starting at $28/hr

Flexibility for early departure

Overtime pay after 40 hours

Annual scholarship program of up to $8,500

Tools and support for career development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a class 1 truck driver.
• Experience operating a manual transmission is required.
• Familiarity with metal recycling processes and materials is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Transport metal materials ensuring compliance with traffic laws.
• Safely load and unload metal materials using appropriate equipment.
• Perform routine inspections of the truck before and after trips.
• Complete accurate delivery documentation.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Strong communication skills

Physical stamina

Reliability

Education

Valid class 1 FM driver's license

Job description

Overview

American Iron & Metal (AIM) American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned business and global leader in the metal recycling industry with over 125 locations and 4,000 employees worldwide. For over 80 years, we've thrived thanks to our dedicated employees and loyal customers.

We’re a dynamic and growing company that values teamwork, safety, and environmental responsibility. Join us and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.

Benefits

• $28/hr to start
• Upon completion of your probation, this rate is increased to $28.84/hr
• A competitive compensation package, based on performance
• Competitive wage, vacation, benefits, and a pension contribution plan
• An annual AIM scholarship program of up to $8,500 per eligible dependent
• Flexible early departure (i.e. 4:00, 5:00, 5:30 etc.) and return home the same evening
• Overtime paid after 40 hours
• Operating the latest model trucks that our fleet has to offer
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development
• A dynamic and rewarding work environment that is also very enjoyable!

Responsibilities

• Operating a 12-wheel, class 1 commercial vehicle to transport metal materials to and from designated locations, ensuring compliance with traffic laws and company policies
• Safely loading and unloading metal materials onto the truck using appropriate equipment and secure the load to prevent shifting or damage during transit
• Performing manual tarping if necessary
• Performing routine pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the truck, ensuring that it is in good working condition
• Completing accurate and thorough records of deliveries and any other required documentation
• Follow safety and driving regulations at all times
• Provide excellent customer service

Qualifications

• You have a valid class 1 FM driver's license with a clean Driving Record
• You have experience operating a manual transmission (required)
• You have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a class 1 truck driver
• You are customer service oriented with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• You have good physical stamina and the ability to perform loading and unloading activities as required.
• You are familiar with metal recycling processes and materials (an asset)
• You have experience with roll-off trucks (an asset)
• You are physically fit and safety-oriented
• You are reliable, punctual, and respectful of equipment