Class 1 Driver

J.D. Irving, Limited; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forestry management company in New Brunswick is seeking a Class 1 driver to transport seedlings to planting sites. The ideal candidate will hold a valid Class 1 license with a clean driving record, and experience operating commercial vehicles. This role offers home every night, competitive compensation, and seasonal or year-round work opportunities. You'll conduct vehicle maintenance to ensure readiness. Interested applicants can reach out to the Nursery Manager for further discussion.

Benefits

Home every night

Seasonal or year-round work

Well maintained equipment

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating commercial vehicles with a Class 1 driver's license.
• Strong understanding of road safety and off-road vehicle operation.
• Excellent work ethic and pride in vehicle maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class 1 vehicles while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.
• Transport seedlings to planting sites and materials between nurseries.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance checks on vehicles.

Skills

Valid Class 1 driver’s license

Clean driving record

Experience with commercial vehicles

Safety-first mindset

Job description

At J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) our role as stewards of the land is one of the most important, we play. Our business begins with the forest. J.D. Irving Woodlands is JDI's division dedicated to overseeing sustainable forest management, research and conservation, and protection of our forests. We operate 2 nurseries that are home to a world leading level of technology and innovation (located in Juniper and Sussex New Brunswick), producing 28 million seedlings annually.

We are currently looking for a motivated individual(s) to join us as a Class 1 driver to deliver seedlings to our planting sites across Maine, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Licensing & Experience– Valid Class 1 driver’s license with a clean driving record and proven experience operating commercial vehicles. Experience with a self-loader and/or knuckle boom crane is required.
• Safety-first mindset– Strong understanding of road safety and off-road vehicle operation.
• Pride in Work– Successful individual(s) will have an excellent work ethic and take pride in basic upkeep of assigned units.

Additional Requirements

• Flexibility to work varied hours and travel to remote locations.
• Physically fit and capable of working outdoors in all weather conditions.

What’s in it for You?

• Home every night– Be home every night, improved work/life balance then long haul
• Seasonal or year-round work– Seedling delivery is from April to October; year-round work is available for the right candidate hauling forest products.
• Well Maintained Equipment– Minimal downtime, with a newer fleet of trucks and trailers.
• Competitive compensation– Enjoy industry-leading pay and benefits. Pay is deposited weekly, additionally an annual bonus program is in place.

If interested and would like to discuss further, please contact:

Josh Cornell

Nursery Manager

506-476-0479

[e-mail]

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

• Drive with purpose– Operate Class 1 vehicles in compliance with all safety and regulatory standards.
• Support field operations– Transport seedlings to planting sites and hauling of materials between our two nurseries.
• Ensure vehicle readiness– Conduct routine inspections and maintenance checks to keep vehicles in top condition.