transport truck driver

transport truck driver


Company
IronFleet Logistics
Location
Manotick
Job Type
Full-time
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Job Description
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Tasks: Address customers' complaints or concerns. Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations. 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. Pay and receive payments for goods. Perform brake adjustments. Perform preventive maintenance. Receive and relay information to central dispatch. Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : AZ class license. Documentation knowledge: Accident or incident reports. Driver logbook. Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip). Maintenance and repair reports. Type of trucking and equipment: Tractor-trailer. Security and safety: Valid passport. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Handling heavy loads. Large workload. Physically demanding. Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year. Employment terms options: Evening. Morning. Day.

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Q What is the minimum wage for truck driver jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, the minimum wage for driver jobs is CAD 17.25 per hour as of January 1 2026 in federally regulated sectors with overtime at 1.5 times after 40 hours weekly. Alberta sets CAD 15.00 per hour and Ontario sets CAD 17.20 per hour for the same role. Drivers must receive pay for all on-duty time including loading.
Q What work permit is required for international drivers applying to jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, international drivers need a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with a Labour Market Impact Assessment approved before starting. The permit must specify driving duties and is valid for up to three years. Applications require a job offer from a Canadian employer registered in 2026.
Q What license and experience are needed to qualify for driver jobs in Canada?
As per the Government of Canada, applicants need a valid Class 1 or Class AZ commercial driver's license plus a clean driving record for at least three years. Minimum experience is 24 months of verifiable tractor-trailer driving within the last five years. Medical exam certification must be renewed every five years.
Q What documents are required to apply for driver jobs in Canada?
As per the Government of Canada, applicants must submit a valid commercial driver's license, current medical certificate, criminal record check from the RCMP dated within 30 days, and proof of Canadian work authorization. A completed employment application with 10-year driving history is also mandatory.
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