Why you’ll love Canada Cartage
An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada’s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations, and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.
We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with Canadian leading brands. Canada Cartage is deep rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered and high performance is championed. A recognized thought leader and founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.
Position Summary
Operates a large or heavy truck that transports cargo to and from specified locations on time and according to schedule. Role involves adhering to all traffic and safety regulations, conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and ensuring the timely delivery of cargo to its destination.
Location: Oshawa
Schedule: Fulltime - Monday to Friday, ocasional saturdays as well
What you will do
- Operates vehicle safely and responsibly, adhering to all MTO and company safety regulations.
- Conducts routine inspections prior to departure to ensure the vehicle is in optimal condition.
- Manages appropriate cargo documentation and provides necessary paperwork upon the delivery of goods.
- Coordinates the loading and unloading of the truck, verifying cargo and ensuring items are properly stored and secured.
- Maintains contact with dispatcher to provide status updates, clarify special instructions, and notify about delays or issues during transport.
What You’ll Bring
- Minimum 1 year Experience required
- Candidates with Internationational experience can also
- Commercial Driver License (CDL) - Class AZ /Class 1
- Ability to lift upto 50lbs
- Highway runs accross Ontario
Along with the following Skills & Competencies:
- Shipping Documentation
- MTO Regulations
- Loads/Secures /Unloads Cargo
- Maintain Travel Logs
- Transport Cargo
- Vehicle Safety Checks
- Vehicle Inspection
Why people love working for Canada Cartage
- Cohesive team and a positive, hard-working atmosphere.
- Meaningful opportunities for career growth.
- Company wide recognition initiatives designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork and our core values.
- Perks - discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few
- Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driver-appreciation week that regularly bring us together.
- We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.
- We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.
We are a top employer!
- Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for six straight years in a row.
- Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected for the 8th year in a row, as one of Canada’s Top Fleet Employers. In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.
- We’ve been acknowledged by Forbes 2023, as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity
Come work with an industry leader!
Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined in meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA at any point in your application or employment duration, please let us know.
We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.
Committed to employment equity, Canada Cartage Systems LP encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups, and women.
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