Route Driver (Temporary Contract)

Canada Careers; Chatham; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

Paid time off

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Messer is a global leader in industrial and medical gases, and we are hiring a Driver in Ontario. You will operate a well-maintained heavy vehicle to perform local deliveries, interact with customers, and uphold our safety and service standards.

The role supports Messer's commitment to safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction, with opportunities for ongoing training and career progression in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 3 or DZ license with air brakes.
• Minimum 1 year driving experience with recognized driving school training or 3 years driving experience.
• Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent experience.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. and handle physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver gas products and hardgoods to local customers within the assigned area.
• Load and unload cylinders and balance daily load sheets.
• Use handheld devices to process deliveries and reconcile inventory.
• Comply with government regulations and safety policies.
• Maintain vehicle appearance and report safety hazards.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Driving

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Messer is the largest privately held industrial gas business in the world, and a leading industrial and medical gas company in North and South America.We offer over 125 years of expertise in industrial, medical, specialty, and electronic gases. Messer delivers quality gases, related services, and technology via an extensive production and distribution network. Health and safety, sustainability practices and environmental protection are core Messer values that are embedded in our daily operations.

Why Messer?

• Certified as Great Place to Work®
• Paid time off: Excellent paid vacation available in first year including personal days.
• Pay and benefits: Competitive pay rate ranging from $55,435 to $73,913.

What you’ll do:

As one of our Drivers, you’ll be driving a well‑maintained vehicle while also professionally representing our organization to our customers. This position is for people motivated to drive heavy vehicles (Class 3/DZ License) and provide excellent customer service. Your responsibilities will include:

• Multiple deliveries (requiring loading and unloading of cylinders)/ day (5- or 10-ton truck) of gas products and hardgoods to local customers within the assigned geographical area
• Balancing cylinder load sheets and daily cylinder records
• Some administration duties include the use of handheld technology to process deliveries and reconcile agent consignment inventory balances
• Comply with all government regulations
• Maintaining vehicles as per company vehicle policy, observing safety requirements, and wearing safety equipment and report safety hazards to supervisor

What it takes:

• Valid Class 3 or DZ license with air brakes
• Minimum of 1 year driving experience with recognized driving school training or 3 years driving experience
• Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent experience
• A clean driving abstract (abstract to be readily available to submit, when asked)
• Ability to handle and lift goods up to 60 lbs.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Assets to have:

• Knowledge of the gas and/or welding industry
• Experience using handheld electronic devices
• WHMIS/TDG certification

At Messer, our vision for culture and engagement is to create an environment where all of us accept, respect and value the differences of multiple identities and truly welcome the diverse ideas and perspectives of individuals. In doing so, we shape an open and creative company culture, providing every individual with an equal opportunity to thrive.

Join us and you will be part of a company that values and supports your career. We offer competitive pay and benefits, with set schedules, steady workand opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.

Together we value innovation, efficiency, and flexibility. Putting safety first, working with integrity and respect, we encourage everyone to find solutions for success. That means for our customers and for our colleagues. This makes us a great place to builda career where your skills are valued and developed.

No artificial intelligence (AI) tools or automated systems are used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.