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Owner operators

  • Halifax, NS, Canada
  • Greater Halifax Metropolitan Area, Canada

Full-time

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Company Description Gemstone 5911 Commercials Inc. is transforming last-mile delivery by integrating AI and advanced technology into logistics operations. The company specializes in reliable, high-satisfaction delivery and warehousing services for e-commerce businesses, retailers, logistics coordinators, and local vendors. Gemstone 5911 Commercials Inc. offers long-distance transport, warehousing solutions, delivery and pickup services, last-mile delivery, parcel and courier services, and other logistics support to strengthen customer supply chains. The organization values both packages and people, fostering a community-oriented environment where dependable, timely, and secure service is a priority. Clients also include partners referred by real estate developers, freight forwarders, and supply chain consultants seeking trustworthy logistics solutions.

Role Description Owner Operators at Gemstone 5911 Commercials Inc. are responsible for safely operating and maintaining their own commercial vehicles while performing scheduled deliveries and pickups. In this full-time, on-site role based in the Greater Halifax Metropolitan Area, individuals plan routes, load and unload freight, verify delivery documentation, and ensure timely service to customers and warehouses. Daily activities include communicating with dispatch, following company procedures, complying with transportation regulations, and using technology tools for navigation and delivery tracking. Owner Operators also monitor vehicle performance, arrange routine maintenance, and maintain accurate records of mileage, fuel, and completed deliveries. The role requires a strong focus on safety, customer service, and reliability.

Qualifications

  • Valid commercial driver’s license and clean driving record; proven experience operating commercial vehicles in regional or long-distance transport.
  • Strong knowledge of local and regional routes in the Greater Halifax Metropolitan Area, including safe driving practices and compliance with transportation and safety regulations.
  • Ability to manage loading and unloading tasks, handle packages with care, and maintain accurate delivery and pickup documentation.
  • Comfort using route-planning, GPS, and mobile logistics applications; basic proficiency with smartphones or tablets for scheduling and communication.
  • Reliable, well-maintained vehicle suitable for parcel, courier, or freight delivery; capacity to coordinate routine maintenance and inspections.
  • Solid customer service skills, including clear communication, professional conduct on-site, and problem-solving when delivery issues arise.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple deliveries and meet deadlines consistently.
  • Physical ability to perform the demands of the role, including lifting and moving packages within safe and reasonable limits.
  • Willingness to work full time with flexible schedules, including peak business hours; experience in logistics, courier, or last-mile delivery is an asset.
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Responsibilities

Safely operate and maintain a personally owned commercial vehicle while completing scheduled deliveries and pickups, planning routes, handling freight, and verifying delivery records. Coordinate with dispatch and customers, comply with transportation procedures and regulations, track vehicle condition and operating records, and provide reliable, timely service.

Requirements

Requires a valid commercial driver’s license, a clean driving record, commercial vehicle operating experience, and a suitable, well-maintained vehicle. Candidates should know local and regional routes, be comfortable with GPS and mobile logistics tools, and demonstrate safe freight handling, customer service, organization, and the physical ability to move packages.

Skills

  • Commercial Vehicle Operation
  • Safe Driving
  • Route Planning
  • Local and Regional Route Knowledge
  • Loading and Unloading Freight
  • Delivery Documentation
  • GPS and Navigation Applications
  • Mobile Logistics Applications
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Customer Service
  • Communication
  • Time Management
  • Organization
  • Problem-Solving
  • Delivery Tracking

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Categories

  • Transportation
  • Logistics
  • Customer Service & Support

Keywords

  • Commercial Driver’s License
  • Clean Driving Record
  • Commercial Vehicles
  • Regional Transport
  • Long-Distance Transport
  • Last-Mile Delivery
  • Parcel Delivery
  • Courier Services
  • Freight Delivery
  • Scheduled Deliveries
  • Pickups
  • Route Planning
  • GPS
  • Mobile Logistics Applications
  • Delivery Tracking
  • Dispatch Communication
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Delivery Documentation
  • Transportation Regulations
  • Safety Regulations
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Vehicle Inspections
  • Mileage Records
  • Fuel Records
  • Customer Service
  • Greater Halifax Metropolitan Area

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