truck driver

Government of Canada; Whitchurch-Stouffville; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated truck driver in Whitchurch-Stouffville. This physically demanding role requires operating trucks, conducting safety inspections, and managing loads, with a focus on reliability and teamwork. Candidates should have an AZ class license and several years of driving experience.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience required.
• AZ class license is mandatory.
• Physically demanding role that includes handling heavy loads.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods and operate trucks.
• Oversee vehicle condition and perform inspections.
• Record cargo information and ensure safety.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Judgement

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

AZ class license

Job description

Overview Languages

English or French

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Physically demanding
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience