Truck Driver - Class 5

J.D. Irving, Limited; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Canada is seeking a Truck Driver (Flat Deck) to provide delivery services, ensuring safety and excellent customer service. Candidates must have a valid driver's license class #5 or higher, and be able to lift up to 75lbs. The role involves loading and unloading products, vehicle maintenance, and working in various locations, including the lumber yard and warehouse. Strong communication skills and a safety mindset are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver materials to private homes and construction sites safely.
• Work in the lumber yard, warehouse, and assist customers.
• Load and unload product.
• Prepare trucks for loading and assist warehouse staff.
• Ensure proper vehicle maintenance and safety.
• Maintain contact with dispatch and resolve issues.
• Verify load security and accuracy.
• Report defects, violations, accidents, or injuries.
• Maintain professional behavior.
• Follow safety regulations and company procedures.

Skills

Ability to lift up to 75lbs

Proven work experience as a delivery driver

Valid driver’s license class #5 or higher

Air brakes are an asset

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Self-motivated, punctual, reliable

Effective written and oral communication skills

Basic hand tool skills

Safety mindset

Physical work ability

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a Truck Driver (Flat Deck), you will be part of the team that provides delivery services for our customers, displaying the highest standards of safety and excellent customer service. You will be responsible for monitoring truck maintenance and keeping driver’s records requirements such as daily check list. This job can be physically demanding.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 75lbs
• Proven work experience as a delivery driver
• Valid driver’s license class #5 or higher license
• Air brakes are an asset
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, a fast-paced, and dynamic workplace
• Self‑motivated, punctual, reliable, and safety‑oriented
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Basic hand tool skills
• Must have a Safety mindset
• Able to do physical work as manual handling is required to offload.

Responsibilities

• Deliver materials to private homes and construction sites safely - Materials include Windows and doors, Cement, Shingles, and other building materials.
• Work in the lumber yard, warehouse, and inside the store, actively helping customers
• Load and unload product
• Prepare trucks for loading and assist warehouse staff as required
• Ensure proper vehicle maintenance and safety
• Maintain contact with dispatch and work to resolve any issues
• Verify load security and accuracyReport defects, violations, accidents, or injuries
• Maintain a professional behavior
• Follow all safety regulations, company policies, and procedures
• Other duties as assigned by the manager