Truck Driver - Short Distance

Linamar Corporation; Guelph; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employee benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Sustainability Council

Community outreach

Auto supplier discounts

Job summary

Linamar Corporation is seeking a Truck Driver for short-distance routes, based in Guelph, Ontario. The role involves urban and industrial deliveries, with responsibilities including loading/unloading, cargo verification, receipts, and potential minor vehicle maintenance.

Applicants must have a valid AZ license, 1 year of articulated equipment experience, and be able to pass USDOT/FAST requirements. The company offers a competitive compensation package and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 1 year of verifiable experience with articulated equipment.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must possess a valid class AZ driver’s license that has not been suspended or revoked in the past 36 months.
• Can read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway signs, and to make entries on reports.

Responsibilities

• Operate a truck within city limits or industrial areas to transport and deliver goods between designated locations.
• Oversee vehicle condition, loading/unloading, and safety of cargo.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicle systems and equipment.
• Record cargo information, distance traveled, fuel consumption, and other data in logbook or on-board computer.
• Communicate with dispatcher and other drivers using on-board computer or hands-free device.

Skills

Articulated equipment experience

English language proficiency

Education

Secondary school diploma

TTSAO Driver’s Course

Job description

Job Title: Truck Driver - Short Distance

Job Summary

Operate a truck within city limits or industrial areas to transport and deliver goods between designated locations, potentially covering long distances. Responsibilities may include loading and unloading cargo, preparing receipts, verifying orders, and collecting payments for deliveries. Additionally, duties may involve inspecting and performing minor repairs on the vehicle.

Responsibility

• Operate and drive commercial vehicle to transport goods and materials over urban and short inter-urban routes.
• Oversee all aspects of vehicles, such as condition of equipment, loading and unloading, and safety and security of cargo.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems and equipment such as tires, lights, and brakes as required by Vehicle Inspection legislation.
• Record cargo information, distance traveled, fuel consumption, and other information in logbook and/or on-board computer.
• Communicate with dispatcher and other drivers using on-board computer, hands-free cell phone features.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid AZ Driver’s License
• Successful completion of TTSAO approved Driver’s Course or equivalent.

Required Skills/Experience

• Must have a minimum of 1 year of verifiable experience with articulated equipment.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must possess a valid class AZ driver’s license that has not been suspended or revoked in the past 36 months.
• Can read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand the highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.
• Must be admissible into the United States and able to obtain a FAST card.
• Must meet USDOT medical requirements.
• Must provide a recent criminal record search or a valid FAST card.
• Must provide an original driver’s abstract no older than one months, no more than 3 demerit points.
• Must provide an original CVOR abstract no older than one months.
• Must submit a negative drug screen for USDOT regulated drivers.
• Must be capable of meeting the physical demands of the job.
• Must satisfactorily complete a road test by a LTI appointed evaluator.
• Must not have any preventable accidents within the last three years where the claim exceeds $3000.

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.

Job Info

• Job Identification 13217
• Job Category Operation
• Locations 700 Woodlawn Road West, Guelph, Ontario, N1K 1G4, CA