Driver (Cross Border)

Upper Canada Forest Products Ltd.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Canada Forest Products Ltd. in Mississauga is seeking an AZ Driver - Cross Border (2-4 nights per week OTR). You will operate a tractor trailer, support cross-border shipments, and uphold safety and customer service standards.

You will join a people-first team that values continuous learning, safety compliance, and on-time deliveries across the USA/Canada borders. If you thrive in a dynamic logistics environment, this role offers meaningful impact and opportunities to grow with our growing

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Driver's license.
• Minimum 3 years licensed and on the road.
• Ability to drive USA/CA borders.

Responsibilities

• Operate a tractor trailer and potentially straight truck as needed.
• Maintain daily logs, inspection logs and other driver compliance documentation.
• Perform pre/post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety and standards.
• Secure load and perform curtain load tasks; keep loads safe.
• Comply with safety regulations, hours of service, and traffic laws.
• Provide excellent customer experience and support warehouse teams.
• May operate a forklift and/or Moffett as required.

Skills

Commercial Driver's license

Experience 3+ years

Border crossing

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 a Driver for 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.