Early-Morning Class 1 Driver — Local Routes & Deliveries

Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada

Halifax

On-site

CAD 3,720,000 - 4,271,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Bonus
PPE Provided

Job summary

Export Development Canada is seeking a reliable Class 1 Driver for full-time routes delivering to restaurants and food service clients. The role involves a mix of driving and physical labor, loading and unloading with a ramp, dolly, and pallet jack, and maintaining a clean trailer environment.

Expect early starts at 5:00 a.m., long days, and opportunities to work independently on established routes. PPE is provided, with boots required, and a strong emphasis on safety and proper lifting

Qualifications

  • Valid Class 1 Driver's Licence and clean driving record.
  • Clear criminal record in Canada.
  • Minimum of two years Class 1 driving experience in Canada.
  • CSA-approved steel-toed boots mandatory; PPE provided by client.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver products to restaurants and food service establishments on scheduled routes.
  • Load and unload using ramp, dolly, and pallet jack.
  • Keep trailer clean and organized; collect and bundle cardboard and plastic.
  • Lift up to 50 lbs and work in refrigerated environments.
  • Start shifts at 5:00 a.m. and extend deliveries as needed.

Skills

Class 1 driving
Driving safety
Load/unload experience

Job description

Export Development Canada is seeking a reliable Class 1 Driver for full-time routes delivering to restaurants and food service clients. The role involves a mix of driving and physical labor, loading and unloading with a ramp, dolly, and pallet jack, and maintaining a clean trailer environment.

Expect early starts at 5:00 a.m., long days, and opportunities to work independently on established routes. PPE is provided, with boots required, and a strong emphasis on safety and proper lifting

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