driver, truck-trailer

driver, truck-trailer

Mississauga, Canada

Company
BAGPIPER TRANSPORT INC.
Location
Mississauga, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Job Bank

Job Description
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Tasks: Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions. Address customers' complaints or concerns. Professionalism in customer service. Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy. 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle. Receive and relay information to central dispatch. Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption. Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : AZ class license. Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks). Documentation knowledge: Accident or incident reports. Bill of lading. Driver logbook. Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip). Maintenance and repair reports. Trans-border documentation. Trip reports. Type of trucking and equipment: Flatbed. Tractor-trailer. Communication systems experience: Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment. Security and safety: Valid passport. Criminal record check. Driver's validity licence check. Driving record check (abstract). Drug test. Medical exam. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Willing to travel cross-border. Willing to travel for extended periods. Willing to travel internationally. Willing to travel overnight. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Physically demanding. Repetitive tasks. Personal suitability: Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Hardworking. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Shift. Flexible hours. Morning. Night. On call. Day. Weekend. Overtime required. Overtime available. Green job: Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes. Support for persons with disabilities: Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities. Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities . Support for newcomers and refugees: Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.) . Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition. Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees . Support for youths: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth. Support for Veterans: Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for Veterans . Support for Indigenous people: Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers . Support for mature workers: Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination . Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers . Supports for visible minorities: Partici
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs in Canada

Q What is the hourly wage range for transport truck drivers in Canada in 2026?
According to Government of Canada's Job Bank, transport truck drivers (NOC 73300) earn $18.07 per hour at the low end, $26.44 median, and $41.35 at the high end nationally as of 2026. Entry-level drivers start closer to $20.00 per hour after obtaining a Class 1 licence. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours per week for federally regulated positions.
Q Do I need a work permit and LMIA for truck driver jobs in Canada as a foreigner?
International applicants require a work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program; employers must obtain a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) first, with high-wage stream processing in 10 business days and low-wage up to 18 weeks as of 2026. Truck driver jobs qualify if the offered wage meets or exceeds the provincial/territorial median hourly wage of $26.44 nationally. Exemptions apply for intra-company transfers but not typically for drivers.
Q What education and experience are needed for truck driver jobs in Canada?
No post-secondary education is required, but a high school diploma is often preferred; most employers seek 6 months to 1 year of directly related experience. A valid Class 1/AZ commercial driver's licence, air brake endorsement (Z), and clean driver's abstract are mandatory. On-the-job training is provided for 1-3 months typically.
Q What documents are required to apply for truck driver jobs in Canada?
Applicants must submit a resume, valid commercial driver's licence (e.g., Class 1/AZ), 3-year driver's abstract, criminal record check, and employment references. For new immigrants, include work permit, SIN, and passport. Applications are submitted online via employer portals or Job Bank, with interviews requiring proof of logbook experience.
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