5 Ton Truck Driver / Pick-Up & Delivery (G Class)

Transportation Solutions Quinte (TSQ) is a family owned and operated courier/transportation company. While we are based out of Belleville/Trenton, Ontario, we work with drivers and businesses throughout Ontario to move freight across the province. We are proud of our reputation for quality customer service and of our team of dedicated professionals. We are looking to add to that team of responsible and hard-working drivers by hiring a driver for our Fort Erie/Niagara Route.

Job Description

TSQ is hiring a 26” straight truck pick-up and delivery driver. The position is full time, 35 hours/week Monday to Friday (7 hours/day). The truck has a set route that leaves Fort Erie, goes to Hamilton, and returns, with 4 pick-up and delivery points along the way. As a TSQ delivery driver you will be transporting used auto-parts which includes large cuts, skidded parts, doors, boxes and will need to be able to safely load and offload pieces weighing 10-80+ lbs. This is a physically demanding, fast-paced environment that requires driving, lifting, lowering, and carrying packages to ensure damage free and timely pick-ups and deliveries.

Requirements:

• Valid G Class driver’s license with a clean driving record (a driver’s abstract will need to be provided prior to start date).
• Previous experience driving a 5-Ton Truck with lift-gate or similar.
• Ability to inspect vehicles for mechanical issues and perform basic maintenance tasks, such as checking oil levels and tire pressure
• Comfortable driving long distances and in various weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 10-80+ lbs and moving heavy objects by hand and using appropriate equipment.
• Safely secure loads and keep vehicle clean and neat.
• Familiarity with MTO and inspections an asset.
• Familiarity with tablets, scanners, GPS devices and electronic logging systems an asset.
• Strong communication skills and customer-focused attitude.
• Punctuality and reliability are essential. Must be self-directed and able to work with little supervision.

We Offer:

• Permanent employment (all year round)
• Biweekly pay: $19-22/hour
• Consistent hours: Monday-Friday (7 hours/day – 35 hours/week)
• Consistent routes and equipment: Fort Erie/Niagara Route
• Paid on-site training.
• Health Spending Accounts (you decide how you spend your funds: prescription, vision, dental, chiropractic, physiotherapy, massage therapy…at no cost to you until you hit your yearly spending limit)

If you are a skilled Truck Driver with experience in the industry, we would love to hear from you! Send us your resume today, we will be doing interviews on a rolling basis with a new driver starting March 4th 2024.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $19.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• What is your experience driving a 3- or 5-Ton Truck (16-26 ft straight truck) or something similar? Please make note of the size/type of truck, distance, purpose...
• Are you over 21 years old AND can you provide a clean drivers abstract? Please note: you must be 21 years old for insurance purposes

Licence/Certification:

• Class G Licence (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Erie, ON (required)

Work Location: In person