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Class 1 Driver
- New Glasgow, NS, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Closing date
- Experience
- Minimum 2 years of safe driving experience with tractor-trailers.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
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We’re looking for a dependable and professional Class 1 Truck Driver for day shift regional pick-up and delivery operations. This role is perfect for drivers who thrive working independently, value safety, and deliver exceptional customer service. We are committed to fair hiring practices and providing reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process.
What You’ll Do
- Perform scheduled pick-ups and deliveries across multiple regional stops during day shift hours.
- Safely operate Class 1 vehicles in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
- Load and unload freight with care and accuracy.
- Complete documentation and scanning using handheld devices.
- Communicate effectively with dispatch and customers to ensure timely service.
- Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of your assigned vehicle.
- Valid Class 1 License and a clean driver’s abstract.
- Proven ability to operate manual transmission trucks is considered an asset.
- Minimum 2 years of safe driving experience with tractor-trailers.
- Strong knowledge of local and regional routes.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Experience with freight handling and scanning equipment is an asset.
- Competitive hourly wage, premiums, loyalty and safety bonuses.
- A fun, fast-paced, and supportive company culture.
- Opportunities for growth and development.
- Comprehensive training and onboarding.
- A dispatch team committed to building a partnership with you for long-term success.
- Location: New Glasgow, NS
- Employment type: Full time, Permanent.
- Shift: Days
If you’re a motivated Class 1 driver looking for a stable day shift opportunity with a respected company, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your application by clicking on the "Apply Now" button below and start your journey with Armour!
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Responsibilities
Perform scheduled regional freight pick-ups and deliveries during day shifts while operating a Class 1 vehicle safely and following company and regulatory standards. Handle freight, complete scanning and documentation, communicate with dispatch and customers, and maintain the assigned vehicle.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a valid Class 1 license, have a clean driver’s abstract, and have at least two years of safe tractor-trailer driving experience. Strong local and regional route knowledge, independent time management, and freight-handling experience are needed or advantageous; manual transmission and scanning equipment experience are assets.
Skills
- Class 1 Vehicle Operation
- Safe Driving
- Tractor-Trailer Driving
- Manual Transmission Operation
- Freight Handling
- Loading And Unloading
- Route Knowledge
- Time Management
- Independent Work
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Dispatch Coordination
- Handheld Scanning Devices
- Documentation
- Vehicle Maintenance
Benefits
- Competitive Hourly Wage
- Premiums
- Loyalty Bonuses
- Safety Bonuses
- Training And Onboarding
- Growth And Development Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Customer Service & Support
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Class 1 License
- Clean Driver’s Abstract
- Tractor-Trailer
- Manual Transmission
- Regional Pick-Up And Delivery
- Day Shift
- Freight Handling
- Loading And Unloading
- Handheld Devices
- Scanning Equipment
- Documentation
- Dispatch
- Customer Service
- Local And Regional Routes
- Safe Driving
- Vehicle Upkeep