Driver (Cross Border)

Upper Canada Forest Products Ltd.; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Canada Forest Products Ltd. in Mississauga is seeking an AZ Driver for cross-border routes (2-4 nights per week on average). The role focuses on safe, efficient delivery of premium wood products across Canada and the USA.

You will operate tractor trailers, conduct pre-trip inspections, maintain logs, and support warehouse collaboration to ensure on-time customer service. A valid license and cross-border experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (class 1/1A as applicable).
• Minimum 3 years licensed driving on public roads.
• Ability to cross into USA/Canada borders for cross-border deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Operate a tractor trailer and potentially a straight truck.
• Complete pre/post-trip inspections and logs.
• Maintain driver logs and incident reports; ensure safety standards.
• Load/unload wood products and secure cargo.
• Adhere to hours-of-service, safety regulations, and traffic laws.
• Provide excellent customer experience.
• May operate forklift or Moffett as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Commercial Driver's license

3 years driving experience

Ability to drive USA/CA Borders

Job description

Why you will love Upper Canada Forest Products:

We are North Americas premier distributor of globally sourced specialty forest products. That means our products are not only sustainably sourced, but we are building a workforce for the future.

We stand proudly for our people and support their success through career advancement and development. From Innovation, diversity, equity & inclusion, we also strive to do what’s best for our people, customers, and communities.

Role:AZ Driver - Cross Border (2-4 nights per week OTR)

Rate:$31.00

The impact you will have:

As aDriverfor Upper Canada Forest Products, you will have the opportunity to expand your skillset and enhance our customer experience.

If you are passionate about making a difference, impacting driver operations efficiencies, partnering with our warehouse teams, and ensuring products are distributed safely – this opportunity may be the right fit for you.

What you will do:

• Operate a tractor trailer; potentially straight truck as needed.
• Ongoing and continuous learning and development; including forklift certification.
• Comply with applicable legislation including safety operation, carriage of goods, driver’s hours, occupational health and safety, and applicable traffic laws.
• Perform pre/post-trip vehicle inspection to ensure mechanical, safety and emergency equipment meets our rigorous safety standards.
• Maintain daily logs, inspection logs and other necessary driver compliance documentation.
• Fill reports such as Driver logs, inspection reports (pre-trip, enroute, post-trip), maintenance and repair reports, and incident reports.
• Perform all aspects of truck and trailer load securement.
• Physically capable of opening and closing curtains on the trailer.
• Safely load and unload premium quality wood products for our customers.
• May be required to operate a forklift and/or Moffett.
• Safely lift material up to 75 pounds.
• Provide excellent customer experience.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Customer experience.
• Other duties as assigned.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• A valid Commercial Driver’s license.
• Minimum 3 years licensed and on the road.
• Ability to Drive USA/CA Borders.

Why Join Upper Canada Forest Products?

• People First Culture:We stand proudly for our people, supporting success through career advancement, continuous learning, and a collaborative environment.
• Competitive Rewards:Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive family benefits, tuition reimbursement, and programs designed to support not only you but your family as well.
• Growth & Innovation:Join a company that champions innovation and sustainability—where your ideas drive progress and help shape the future.
• Purpose-Driven Work:Our mission is simple:Deliver the Differenceto our customers when they need it, by people who know and care. Every role here makes a real impact on our customers and local communities.

AI Usage & Disclosure:This recruitment process may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.