Truck Driver - Class 1

Sobeys; Town of Middleton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Employee discount 10%

Employee Share Ownership Plan

Job summary

Sobeys Middleton Retail Support Centre in Middleton, Nova Scotia, invites applications for a Truck Driver to deliver orders and support store networks across Canada. You will operate company vehicles safely, maintain documentation, and uphold a strong safety culture while providing excellent service to customers.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of tractor-trailer/straight truck experience, a Class 1 license, and the ability to lift heavy loads.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience driving a tractor-trailer and/or straight truck.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Physically capable of lifting and moving loads as required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver customer orders or pick up merchandise in company vehicles.
• Maintain proper documentation for shipments.
• Keep equipment in good working order and report damages.
• Ensure loads are secured and delivered quantities match orders.
• Adhere to safety protocols and driver SOPs; maintain professional appearance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Driving experience

Customer service

Safety conscious

Education

Class 1 Driver's License

Job description

Middleton Retail Support Centre, Box 790 - 12827 Lower Main St, Middleton, Nova Scotia, Canada

Job Description

Be the Driving Force Behind Canada's Grocery Supply!

Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada's Top 100 employers, where your talents contribute to our commitment to excellence and community impact.

Join our innovative, fast-paced distribution centres and help deliver essential products to over 1,600 stores. With flexible schedules and a strong commitment to health and safety, you'll play a vital role in keeping Canadians stocked with what they need most.

Ready to Make an Impact?

The Truck Driver will deliver customer orders or pick up merchandise by operating the company vehicles in a safe and expeditious manner. Actively contributes to a positive and productive working environment.

Ensure that the proper documentation is maintained

Maintain equipment and report any damages, necessary repairs, or malfunctions

Drive transport truck or straight truck in a safe and respectful manner

Ensure merchandise loaded in vehicle is stowed in a safe and damage-free manner

Ensure case-count delivered corresponds with order, pick up credit, or damaged product

Always maintain good working relations with customers through cooperative attitude and well-groomed appearance

Exercise good driving manners and taking precautionary measures during inclement weather conditions

Follow the instructions outlined in the driver SOP and pay attention to detail

Maintain a clean and safe work environment as per company requirements

Responsible for all other duties assigned by manager

What you have to offer:

Accuracy and attention to detail to ensure the case-count delivered corresponds with the order

A proventrack record of superior customer service skills

Two to threeyears' experienced driving a tractor-trailer and/ or straight truck

High School Graduate

Class 1 Driver's License

Physical work including frequent bending, lifting, and reaching

Two-person lift required for weights exceeding 50 lbs

Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time

Alertness to other people and vehicles

Various shifts including evenings and weekends

We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.

Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity including the expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.

Additional Information

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We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company. Hiring decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.

Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.