Class 1 Driver

Midland Transport; Kentville; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Uniform allowance

Health, dental, vision plan

RRSP matching (5%)

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Wellness reimbursements (gym or online

Job summary

Midland Transport in Kentville, NS is seeking a professional Class 1 Night Driver. The selected candidate will operate a night run from Kentville, following a route that includes Dartmouth and Moncton, with a 19:00–07:00 shift.

The position offers a pay rate of $0.56 per mile, a $2,500 sign-on bonus, uniform allowance, comprehensive benefits, RRSP matching, and vacation time. Training and advancement opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Education required: High School or GED.
• Class 1 driver’s license with a minimum of 3 years’ safe tractor driving experience required.
• Clean driver’s abstract and criminal search.
• Good communication skills and reliability.
• Able to lift to 50 lbs using proper equipment.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers safely and efficiently between the plant and yard.
• Complete regular yard checks, including verifying equipment onsite, fuel levels, reefer settings, and inside box temperatures.
• Communicate equipment issues to the Midland Shop or Logistics for outside carriers.
• Execute other tasks as required.
• Occasional moves between terminals.

Skills

Safety conscious

Good communication skills

Able to lift 50 lbs

Reliable

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Job Description

Midland Transport is currently seeking aprofessional Class 1 Night Driver based in Kentville, NS. $2, 500 Sign-On Bonus. The selected candidate will be a reliable person with a strong work ethic, positive attitude and a commitment to providing a Superior Quality service.

Main Role

This run departs from Kentville nightly and typically follow the route: Kentville - Dartmouth - Moncton - Dartmouth - Kentville.

Shift

Mon-Thurs (19:00 - 07:00)

What We Offer

• Pay rate - $0.56/mile
• Safety paid quarterly
• 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
• Please clickHEREfor our Full Rate Card

Responsibilities

• Move trailers safely and efficiently between the plant and yard
• Complete regular yard checks, including verifying all equipment onsite, fuel levels, reefer settings, and inside box temperatures
• Communicate any equipment issues to the Midland Shop or to Logistics for outside carriers, ensuring no compromised equipment goes unidentified
• Execute other tasks as required
• Occasional moves between terminals as required

Qualifications

• Education Required: High School or GED.
• Class 1 driver’s license with a minimum of 3 years’ safe tractor 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 50 lbs. using the proper equipment.
• Excellent work ethic and reliability.
• Safety conscious.

About Us

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.

About The Team

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.