Class 1 Tractor Driver

Midland-Transport; Saint John; On-site; CAD 74,390,000 - 90,922,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

Mileage rate

Safety bonus

Health plan

RRSP matching

Uniforms provided

Training & advancement

Wellness reimbursements

Employee Assistance Program

3 weeks vacation

Job summary

Midland Transport in Saint John, NB is seeking a Class 1 Tractor Driver for overnight linehaul across the Maritimes with local pickups on Mondays. You’ll deliver freight safely, conduct pre/during/post-trip checks, and maintain documentation.

The role emphasizes reliability, safety, and superior customer service. The position offers competitive hourly pay, mileage incentives, and a supportive benefits package, including health, RRSP matching, uniforms, and opportunities for training and

Qualifications

• Class 1 driver’s license with a minimum of 2 years of safe tractor trailer driving experience in North America.
• Clean driver’s abstract and criminal search.
• Familiarity with satellite systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle freight as required.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and adapt to changing workloads.
• Customer service-oriented mindset.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude, with a commitment to providing superior quality service.
• Safety-conscious, with a strong commitment to safe driving practices and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver freight to assigned customer locations, ensuring safe, accurate, and on-time delivery.
• Safely offload freight of varying weights and properly handle all freight handling equipment to prevent damage to cargo and property.
• Complete and maintain accurate daily pickup and delivery documentation.
• Provide professional, reliable, and customer-focused service at all times.
• Operate company equipment in compliance with all company policies, safety procedures, transportation regulations, and traffic laws.
• Perform linehaul runs throughout the Maritime provinces.
• Conduct pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections, and monitor all aspects of vehicle operation to ensure safety and compliance.
• Promptly report any incidents, accidents, injuries, equipment defects, or damage in accordance with company procedures.

Skills

Class 1 License

2+ years experience

Satellite systems

Written & verbal comms

Manual handling

Customer service

Weather adaptability

Safety conscious

Job description

Midland Transport is currently seeking a Class 1 Tractor Driver based in Saint John, NB Terminal. The selected candidate will be a reliable person with a strong work ethic and great and positive attitude with a commitment to providing a Superior Quality service.

Main Role

The driver will be based in Saint John, NB and primarily complete overnight linehaul runs throughout the Maritimes. Local pickup and delivery duties are required on Mondays. We are looking for a dependable, safety-focused driver with a positive attitude and strong customer service skills.

Schedule

Monday (07:30-17:30)
Tuesday- Friday (19:00- 07:00)

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate - $26.13 hr.
• Milage rate – 0.56/mile.
• Safety bonus paid quarterly.
• A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan.
• RRSP matching program.
• Paid uniforms.
• Ongoing training and advancement possibilities.
• A dynamic, safe, and rewarding work environment.
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs.
• Health & Wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs.
• 3 weeks' paid vacation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver freight to assigned customer locations, ensuring safe, accurate, and on-time delivery.
• Safely offload freight of varying weights and properly handle all freight handling equipment to prevent damage to cargo and property.
• Complete and maintain accurate daily pickup and delivery documentation.
• Provide professional, reliable, and customer-focused service at all times.
• Operate company equipment in compliance with all company policies, safety procedures, transportation regulations, and traffic laws.
• Perform linehaul runs throughout the Maritime provinces.
• Conduct pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections, and monitor all aspects of vehicle operation to ensure safety and compliance.
• Promptly report any incidents, accidents, injuries, equipment defects, or damage in accordance with company procedures.

Qualifications

• Class1 driver’s license with a minimum of 2 years of safe tractor trailer driving experience in North America required.
• Clean driver’s abstract and criminal search.
• Familiarity with satellite systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle freight as required.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and adapt to changing workloads.
• Customer service-oriented mindset.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude, with a commitment to providing superior quality service.
• Safety-conscious, with a strong commitment to safe driving practices and regulatory compliance.

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.

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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 11562
• Job Category Transportation Services
• Posting Date 08/13/2026, 03:18 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 114 Bayside Drive, Saint John, NB, E2L 4G7, CA

(Placement in salary range will be based on relevant job-related factors like candidate experience, education, skills and qualifications.
L’échelon salarial sera déterminé en fonction de facteurs pertinents liés au poste, notamment l’expérience, la formation, les aptitudes et les compétences de la personne retenue.)