DZ Driver

JD Smith; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid benefits plan

Overtime pay (time and a half after 44

Signing bonus after 6 months of active

Company pension

Dental care

On-site parking

Paid time off

Job summary

JD Smith in Burlington, ON seeks an experienced DZ Truck Driver to join its team on a Monday–Friday schedule starting at 5:00 am. This employee position pays CA$26.50 per hour and includes company-paid benefits after waiting period.

The role requires a clean driving record and at least one year of DZ driving, with TDG certificate; duties include dispatch communication, delivering packages, and performing pre/post-trip inspections.

Qualifications

• DZ driving experience required (1 year).
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to communicate with dispatch.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Dispatch to maintain accurate and up-to-date delivery time
• Advise Dispatch immediately when conditions change, and an assigned load cannot be picked up or delivered on schedule
• Use route navigation apps and knowledge of area to deliver packages to customers on time
• Interact with customers in a professional manner
• Complete all paperwork as required
• Complete thorough pre- and post-trip inspections at the start and end of each shift
• Monitor service and safety inspection requirements of assigned tractor and trailers
• Keep vehicle clean and litter free
• Drive safely at all times
• Adhere to company speed policies
• Report any incidents or accidents immediately

Skills

Safe driving

Punctual

Education

Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate (required)

Job description

• Department: Driver

Job Post Summary

Date posted: October 28, 2026

Pay: CA$26.50 per hour

JD Smith is looking for an experienced DZ Truck Driver to work out of our contract location in Burlington, ON. This is a Monday through Friday position, starting at 5:00am.

Please note: We pay all our drivers as employees.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Dispatch to maintain accurate and up-to-date delivery time
• Advise Dispatch immediately when conditions change, and an assigned load cannot be picked up or delivered on schedule
• Use route navigation apps and knowledge of area to deliver packages to customers on time
• Interact with customers in a professional manner
• Complete all paperwork as required
• Complete thorough pre- and post-trip inspections at the start and end of each shift
• Monitor service and safety inspection requirements of assigned tractor and trailers
• Keep vehicle clean and litter free
• Drive safely at all times
• Adhere to company speed policies
• Report any incidents or accidents immediately

Benefits we offer our Truck Drivers

• Company Paid benefits plan (after waiting period)
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 44 hours per week
• Most of our Truck Drivers work 44-55 hours per week
• Signing bonus - after 6 months of active employment, you will receive a $1,000 bonus

We are always looking to hire motivated employees who are passionate about driving and who genuinely enjoy building relationships with our customers - we recognize and appreciate that our drivers ARE the face of JD Smith to our customers!

If you have DRIVE, a clean driving record, and at least ONE (1) year experience, we are looking for you!

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to reference checks, employment verification, and a criminal background check prior to receiving an offer of employment.

We thank you for your application, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

JD Smith is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We provide a work environment that allows all employees to do their best work, free from all forms of discrimination. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, military status, religion, disability status, or any other legally protected group.

Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants.

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate

• Burlington, ON L7L 4X2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience

• DZ Driving: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification

• Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate (required)

At JD Smith, our people drive our success. We're always on the lookout for dedicated, forward-thinking individuals who are passionate about logistics and eager to make an impact. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth.