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Night Shunter
Armour Transportation Systems
Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
We are currently seeking a dependable and professional Shunt Driver (Class 1) to join our team for night shift terminal operations. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy a structured…
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Yard Supervisor – Shunt & Tarp
Tri-Line Carriers LP
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced Yard Operations Supervisor – Shunt & Tarp to oversee daily operations at our Carseland facility. This role is ideal for a hands-on…
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(CAN) Shunt Driver - Full-time Days Sunday to Thursday 6am to 2:30pm
Walmart Canada
Cornwall, ON
- Full-time
Opening and closing trailer doors as required, creating and updating a daily yard check and shunt log; Attach trailer seals as needed.
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(CAN) Shunt Driver - Full-time Days Sunday to Thursday 6am to 2:30pm
Walmart
Cornwall, ON
- Full-time
Shunt drivers handle, move, load and unload materials. Ensuring that all customer orders are processed in a timely and efficient manner by placing or removing trailers to and from…
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Dispatch Coordinator
Roadies Shunt Services Ltd.
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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RDC - (CAN) Shunt Driver - Monday to Friday - 15:30 to 00:00
Walmart
Cornwall, ON
- Full-time
Shunt drivers handle, move, load and unload materials. Ensuring that all customer orders are processed in a timely and efficient manner by placing or removing trailers to and from…
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RDC - (CAN) Shunt Driver - Monday to Friday - 15:30 to 00:00
Walmart Canada
Cornwall, ON
- Full-time
Opening and closing trailer doors as required, creating and updating a daily yard check and shunt log; Attach trailer seals as needed.
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Shunter
Darling Ingredients
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
Class 5 driver's license; Shunt, forklift & skid steer experience desirable
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Shunter
Bakery Feeds, by Darling Ingredients
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
Class 5 driver's license; Shunt, forklift & skid steer experience desirable
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Shunt Driver
Transx Ltd
Red Deer, AB
- Full-time
Operates shunt vehicles within the confines of the exterior worksite
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(CAN) Shunt Driver Full-time Nights Fri - Tues (day ending) 21:15 - 7:45
Walmart Canada
Cornwall, ON
- Full-time
Opening and closing trailer doors as required, creating and updating a daily yard check and shunt log; Attach trailer seals as needed.
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(CAN) Shunt Driver Full-time Nights Fri - Tues (day ending) 21:15 - 7:45
Walmart
Cornwall, ON
- Full-time
Shunt drivers handle, move, load and unload materials. Ensuring that all customer orders are processed in a timely and efficient manner by placing or removing trailers to and from…
Added 9 days ago
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Yard Supervisor – Shunt & Tarp
Tri-Line Carriers LP
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced Yard Operations Supervisor – Shunt & Tarp to oversee daily operations at our Carseland facility. This role is ideal for a hands-on…
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Warehouse Shunt Driver
Skyjack Inc.
Guelph, ON
- Full-time
…other assigned facilities/locations. Movement will be with shunt trailer, forklift, and physical…
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Shunt truck driver
Groupe Nadeau
Sherbrooke, QC
- Full-time
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Shunt truck driver
Groupe Nadeau
Berthierville, QC
- Full-time
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truck-trailer driver
Eagle Shunt Services LTD
Inglewood, ON
- Full-time
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Professional Shunt Truck Operator
Apps Transport Group
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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shunt truck driver
Groupe Nadeau
Berthierville, QC
- Full-time
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AZ Shunt Driver Needed for Full Time Day Shift
NSSL Recruitment Team
Cambridge, ON
- Full-time
Using Shunt truck trailers between Load and dock.
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Chauffeur de cour / Shunt Driver
Transportation Equipment Network - Canada
Montreal, QC
As a Shunt Driver in our Lachine branch, you’ll be moving semi-trailers and various other pieces of equipment within the yard and workshop bays.
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Yard Shunter
3903214 Canada Inc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Shunt the necessary trailer needed to the loading and unloading activities;
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Shunt Driver - Class 1 (Manual Transmission Required)
Armour Transportation Systems
Moncton, NB
- Full-time
We are currently seeking a dependable and professional Shunt Driver (Class 1) to join our team for day shift terminal operations. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy a structured…
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Shunter Driver
Armour Transportation Systems
Sydney Indian Reserve No. 28A, NS · Sydney, NS
- Full-time
Shunt loads from our Sydney terminal to customers
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Truck driver
ROADIES SHUNT SERVICES LTD.
Mississauga, ON
- From $37 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site

Transx Ltd

Shunt Driver

Red Deer, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 19, 2026

Original job description

TRANSX LTD.

Operating for over 50 years; the TransX Ltd. is one of the largest Canadian (CN Rail-owned) providers of premier integrated transportation and logistics services across North America. With 11 locations across Canada and the USA, approximately 900 company employees, and over 4000 trucks, trailers, and containers, our team is dedicated to building strong business relationships and providing service excellence to support our customer’s business needs.

SUMMARY – Shunt Driver (Full-Time)

Shift: Monday to Friday 09:00 PM -06:00 AM.

Job Duties:

Operates shunt vehicles within the confines of the exterior worksite
Locates the required trailers in the yard
Park trailers in locations where they are safe and readily available
Ensures that trailers are moved to locations on-premises to allow for loading, unloading, parking, or maintenance, ensuring the appropriate trailer is moved to the appropriate dock/location and reefers are set to the correct temperatures.
Assists in and ensures the safe flow of traffic in the work site and parking area
Receives and relays information to or supervisor
Keeps supervisor aware of which trailers are ready to move out, which have been moved etc.
Performs pre-trip inspection on trailers and sets reefers to assigned temperature
Monitors vehicle performance and mechanical fitness
May be required to perform brake adjustments and other minor repairs (although generally completed by the mechanic)
Demonstrates professionalism in customer service
Assesses basic daily running functions of shunt vehicles (gas, oil, tires, brakes, etc)
Unloading and loading inbound and outbound units timely, and identifying freight correctly.
Confirming reefer temperatures are correct and probing freight if there are discrepancies.
Recording OSD ( Over, Short, Damaged Freight ) creating exception reports and taking pictures if required.
Counting freight accurately.
Completing required paperwork accurately

Job requirements, knowledge & skills :

Class 1 with Shunt experience.
At least a year of experience in safely and effectively operating a sit-down counterbalanced forklift.
Willing to work in multi-temperature environments.
Must complete a standard road evaluation demonstrating knowledge of the vehicle and ability to safely operate the vehicle (Pre-Trip, Air Brake, Coupling & Un-Coupling, Road Test & Backing Exercise, etc.)
Must possess awareness and demonstrated knowledge of workplace safety, safety procedures, and the importance of safe driving practices
Prior experience shunt driving handling freight, using pallet jack and/or forklift an asset
Must have certification or be able to complete Dangerous /Hazardous Goods training and Forklift operation training to obtain and maintain certification
Must be willing and able to work in all weather conditions
Must have a valid Class 5 license
Must be physically able to move up to 50 to 80 lbs (on heavy manual material handling tasks, teamwork will be provided)

Working Condition:

Uncontrollable external environmental conditions
A portion of this position is performed in an outside environment regardless of the weather
Work in multi-temperature environments

TransX Ltd. is committed to building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion also welcomes applications from women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders.

All qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization are encouraged to apply. If you require accommodation for the recruitment process, please let us know at the point of application.

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Responsibilities

The Shunt Driver is responsible for safely maneuvering trailers within the yard to facilitate loading, unloading, and maintenance operations. They must also monitor reefer temperatures, perform vehicle inspections, and maintain accurate documentation of freight and trailer movements.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Class 1 license with shunt experience and at least one year of experience operating a sit-down counterbalanced forklift. The role requires the ability to work in all weather conditions and perform manual tasks involving lifting up to 80 lbs.

Skills

Shunt driving
Class 1 license
Forklift operation
Trailer maneuvering
Pre-trip inspection
Reefer temperature monitoring
Freight handling
Pallet jack operation
Dangerous goods handling
Air brake maintenance
Traffic safety
Inventory counting
OSD reporting
Customer service
Mechanical fitness assessment

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Keywords

Shunt Driver
Class 1 License
Forklift
Trailer
Reefer
Logistics
Transportation
Pre-trip Inspection
Air Brakes
Dangerous Goods
Hazardous Goods
OSD
Freight
Pallet Jack
Yard Management
Safety Procedures
Mechanical Fitness
Manual Material Handling
Dock Operations
Supply Chain

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