AZ Highway / Local Driver

The Erb Group of Companies; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A refrigerated transportation provider in Thunder Bay is seeking an AZ Highway / Local Driver. This role involves making TL and LTL deliveries, requiring an AZ license and at least one year of driving experience. Drivers can expect a competitive salary averaging $76,400+ per year, and benefits starting from day one, including health and dental insurance, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Health, prescription, dental, and vision insurance

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Educational assistance

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• AZ license is required.
• Minimum 1 year verifiable AZ driving experience.
• Knowledge of hours of service regulations and weight limits.
• Willingness to be away from home occasionally.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Pick-up and delivery of temperature-controlled freight.
• Load/unload by hand, with or without mechanical aid.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and hours of service.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communication.

Skills

AZ license

1+ year AZ driving experience

Knowledge of hours of service regulations

Positive, team-oriented attitude

Job description

AZ Highway / Local Driver

• Position #: 16
• Dangerous Goods: No
• Type: Full Time - Single - Company Driver
• Licence Class: A
• Route: Canada Only
• Openings: 1

We Bring Food to Your Family’s Table

The Erb Group is one of North America's largest privately-owned refrigerated transportation providers. The Erb Group specializes in the timely, protected distribution of temperature-controlled perishable goods across Canada and the U.S. It is a family-owned business with over 60 years of industry experience. Its head office is in New Hamburg, Ontario, with additional Canadian terminals in Baden, Toronto, Thunder Bay, North Bay, Ottawa, Montreal, Trenton, Winnipeg, and a U.S. terminal in Elverson, PA.

Job Title: AZ Canada Only - Highway / Local Driver

Job Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario

Shift / Hours: Varies, includes both Day and Night driving, with 2-3 nights out in the truck weekly.

Compensation: Drivers average $76,400+ per year

Position Summary

The AZ Highway / Local Driver based in Thunder Bay will make TL and LTL deliveries and pickups. The role requires lifting and moving freight up to 80 lbs, working shifts up to 14 hours, and prioritizing safety.

Responsibilities:

1. Pick-up and delivery of temperature-controlled freight
2. Load/unload by hand, with or without mechanical aid
3. Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and hours of service
4. Maintain accurate documentation and communication

Qualifications:

1. AZ license is required
2. Minimum 1 year verifiable AZ driving experience
3. Knowledge of hours of service regulations and weight limits
4. Willingness to be away from home occasionally
5. Positive, team-oriented attitude

Benefits:

• Benefits from day 1, including health, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Group life and accident insurance, serious illness benefits
• Long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program
• Massage therapy benefits, savings plans with company match, profit sharing, referral bonuses
• Safety shoe vouchers, uniform allowances, educational assistance, career growth opportunities
• Community involvement and employee events

Driver-Related Benefits:

• Modern, well-maintained equipment
• 24-hour breakdown assistance
• Paid overtime, driver recognition programs

How to apply: Visit www.erbgroup.com

If you have questions, contact us for more information.