Midland Transport is currently seeking a professional Class 1 Night Driver based in Kentville, NS. $2, 500 Sign-On Bonus. The selected candidate will be a reliable person with a strong work ethic, positive attitude and a commitment to providing a Superior Quality service.
Main Role:
This run departs from Kentville nightly and typically follow the route: Kentville - Dartmouth - Moncton - Dartmouth - Kentville.
Shift: Mon-Thurs (19:00 - 07:00)
What We Offer:
• Pay rate - $0.56/mile
• Safety paid quarterly
• Uniform allowance
• A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan
• RRSP matching program (5%)
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Health & Wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs
• 3 weeks' paid vacation
• Ongoing training and advancement possibilities
• Please click HERE for our Full Rate Card
• Move trailers safely and efficiently between the plant and yard
• Complete regular yard checks, including verifying all equipment onsite, fuel levels, reefer settings, and inside box temperatures
• Communicate any equipment issues to the Midland Shop or to Logistics for outside carriers, ensuring no compromised equipment goes unidentified
• Execute other tasks as required
• Occasional moves between terminals as required
• Education Required: High School or GED.
• Class 1 driver’s license with a minimum of 3 years’ safe tractor driving experience required.
• Clean driver’s abstract and criminal search.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to lift to 50 lbs. using the proper equipment.
• Excellent work ethic and reliability.
• Safety conscious.
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
