Truck Driver Job in Irving, Canada

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

 What we offer:

• Canadian miles: $0.554 per mile.
• USA miles paid in CAD: $0.578 per mile.
• Safety and fuel bonus paid quarterly.
• Pick-ups, drops, and wait times are paid (restrictions apply).
• Uniform allowance.
• A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan.
• RRSP matching program (5%)
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs.
• Health & Wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs.
• 3 weeks’ paid vacation.
• Ongoing training and advancement possibilities.
• Maternity leave top-up program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Running Linehaul from the Maritimes into United States eastern seaboard, into Ontario/Quebec and then back to the Maritimes.
• Deliver freight to assigned locations ensuring timely delivery.
• Offload variable shipment weight and handle freight equipment properly and in a safe manner to avoid any damage.
• Communicate efficiently with the central dispatch and customers.
• Operate the tractor trailer in accordance with the safety regulation: company rules while following safety procedures and traffic laws.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route and post-trip inspections and oversee all aspects of the truck operation.
• Report any incident, accident, injury or damage in a timely manner.
• Willingness to work linehaul legs into the United States, including New York and New Jersey.

Requirements:

• Education Required: High School or GED.
• Class 1 driver’s license with a minimum of 5 years of safe tractor trailer driving experience, minimum of 3 years in North America required.
• Clean driver’s abstract and criminal search.
• Eligibility to receive a FAST card.
• Eligibility to cross the border with US.
• Familiarity with satellite systems.
• Excellent communication skills, work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. using the proper equipment.
• Safety conscious.
• Must have flexibility to work various shifts: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends.

About the Team

Join CFM, a leading provider of custom machining, fabrication, and technical services with a strong presence throughout Eastern Canada, also supporting industrial projects throughout the Northeastern United States, and globally. With well-equipped facilities in Saint John, NB, Dartmouth, NS and St. John’s, NL, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions to a diverse range of industries, including Pulp and Paper, Oil and Gas, Utilities, Forestry, and more. Our experienced, certified teams are available 24/7, providing exceptional service for everything from plant shutdowns and repairs to inspections, testing, and capital projects. At CFM, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that prides itself on expertise, flexibility, and a proven track record of success across a variety of sectors. If you’re looking to advance your career in a company that values quality, innovation, and customer service, CFM is the place to build your career!