Class 1 Driver - Local/Regional

New Way Trucking; Milton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

New Way Trucking in Milton, Canada is seeking a diligent Local Driver to transport goods within the region. You will load and unload, plan routes, and ensure accurate daily logs while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires a clean driving history, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, strong communication with dispatch and customers, and adherence to regulations.

Qualifications

• Valid Canadian heavy-truck license (AZ/Class 1)
• Minimum 2 years of local driving experience
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Good communication with dispatch and customers

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and trailers.
• Pick up and drop off trailers/containers with live loading.
• Complete daily truck logs and submit trip sheets.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report issues.
• Comply with company, customer and government regulations.
• Secure cargo and handle hazardous materials safely as needed.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and customers.
• Assist with loading at customer locations and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Perform emergency repairs and troubleshoot during breakdowns to move to the next service stop.
• Drive safely at all times using defensive driving techniques.
• Communicate in English (speaking, listening, writing).
• Stay organized, plan routes and take detours as needed.
• Maintain an outstanding driving record.

Skills

Defensive driving

Customer service

Load/unload operations

Route planning

DVIR reporting

English communication

Education

Commercial Driver's License (AZ/Class 1)

Tools

GPS navigation

Vehicle inspection tools

Job description

Local Driver Duties and Responsibilities

• Loading and Unloading Trucks and Trailers
• Pick Up and Drop Off Trailers/Containers, including Live Loading andOffloading Shipments
• Completing a Daily Truck Log and Daily SubmittingBOLs, PODs and Trip Sheets
• Conducting daily vehicle inspections and reporting any problems via DVIR
• Complying with company, Customer and government regulations and rules
• Securing cargo and dealing with hazardous materials safely, as needed
• Communicating efficiently & respectfully with Dispatchers, Customers andColleagues, while focusing onCustomer service
• Assit in loading and off loading as required at customer location - Physically Fit to lift upto 40lbs.
• Performing emergency repairs adn improvising during break downs to move safely to next service station
• Driving Safely at all times using defensive driving techniques to prevent accidents and incidents.
• Communicating Proficiently in English Speaking, Listeningand Writing
• Must be Organised, Good at Planning Routes andTake Detours as needed
• An outstanding driving record without accidents or major traffic violations
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions, troubleshoot equipment, and find new routes when needed