truck driver

JMP TRANSPORT; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in Peel Region, Mississauga is seeking a truck driver to operate and drive straight or articulated trucks. Responsibilities include loading/unloading goods, vehicle inspections, and performing maintenance. No prior experience is required as training will be provided, but a valid DZ class license and secondary school diploma are necessary. The position offers a salary of $36.00 per hour, with full-time hours ranging from 40 to 44 per week. This is a permanent position and applicants must be authorized to work in Canada.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Willing to travel for extended periods and overnight.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Oversee vehicle condition and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage, and other equipment.
• Perform brake adjustments and emergency roadside repairs.
• Perform pre‑trip, en‑route, and post‑trip inspections and oversee all aspects of the vehicle.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch.
• Tarp and ensure safety and security of cargo.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

DZ class license

Tools

GPS

Job description

Employer: JMP TRANSPORT

Job Details

• Salary: 36.00 per hour
• Hours: 40 to 44 per week
• Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full‑Time
• Start date: As soon as possible

Qualifications and Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• DZ class license

Experience

Will train. No prior experience required.

Work Setting

• Various locations

Work must be completed at the physical location. Remote work is not an option.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Oversee vehicle condition and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage, and other equipment
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre‑trip, en‑route, and post‑trip inspections and oversee all aspects of the vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Tarp and ensure safety and security of cargo

Documentation Knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Inspection report (pre‑trip, en‑route, post‑trip)
• Trip reports

Equipment and Transport

• Straight truck (4,600 kg+ or 10,000 lbs+ with 3+ axles)
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Work Conditions

• Handling heavy loads (more than 45 kg / 100 lbs)
• Physically demanding work

Personal Suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Who can apply?

• A permanent resident of Canada
• A temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Advertised until

January 1, 2026

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