Class 1 Truck Driver

Are you an experienced Class 1 Driver seeking a stable, full-time career opportunity in the manufacturing & logistics industry? We are hiring a dedicated, safety-oriented Class 1 Driver to manage local, regional, and provincial freight operations out of Burnaby. This permanent position offers a competitive compensation rate of $34.00 per hour, dynamic day-to-day responsibilities, and a supportive team environment. As a professional Class 1 Driver, you will play a vital role in keeping essential supply chains moving efficiently across British Columbia.

What you need to know:

Main Hub: Burnaby, BC
Pay Rate: $34/hour
Position: Permanent

Key Responsibilities:
Vehicle Operation: Safely operate a variety of commercial vehicles, including tractor-trailer units, medium-duty trucks, and delivery vans to transport essential goods.
Warehouse & Logistics Operations: Assist with daily warehouse tasks such as inspecting incoming/outgoing shipments, managing load distribution, picking orders, and operating material-handling machinery.

Schedule & Shift Details:
Standard Hours: Local routes run Monday through Friday with staggered start times (6:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM, or 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM), subject to operational needs.
Long-Haul & Overtime: Requires signing an averaging agreement for regional/provincial long-haul trips with occasional overtime.
Flexibility Required: Must be open to shift rotations covering Saturdays and statutory holidays.

Advantages
• Competitive hourly wage of $34.00/hour for full-time permanent employment.
• Engaging work environment combining professional driving with hands-on warehouse and logistics tasks.
• Strong collaborative culture built on team respect, integrity, and mutual support.
• Competitive benefit plan includes extended healthcare and dental, and a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) where employees are matched up to 7% of their contributions.
• Employees also receive three weeks paid vacation annually, as well as two paid personal days, and a paid birthday day off.
• After three months of employment, employees have access to $1,600 towards professional development, $850 of which can be utilized towards wellness initiatives.

Career and personal development are at the forefront of the GVFB’s culture. After three months of employment, employees have access to $1,600 towards professional development, $850 of which can be utilized towards wellness initiatives!

Responsibilities
• Operate various vehicles, including tractor-trailers, medium-duty trucks, and delivery vans, to safely haul products across local and regional routes.
• Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections using digital inspection platforms, reporting any defects or damage immediately.
• Load and unload trucks and vans while adhering to axle weight capacities and proper weight distribution to maximize transit efficiency.
• Prepare, verify, weigh, load, and ship assigned customer orders while completing all accompanying data entry and paperwork accurately.
• Partner with shipping and receiving teams to assist in general warehouse duties, including operating industrial machinery, order picking, sorting, cleaning, and inventory management.
• Inspect inbound and outbound shipments for order accuracy, overall product quality, and potential damages.
• Ensure proper put-away processes for returned inventory across ambient, fresh, dry, and frozen storage areas.
• Maintain ongoing knowledge of internal operational procedures while offering peer training and support to fellow drivers as needed.
• Keep assigned vehicles and functional work areas organized, clean, and safe at all times.
• Communicate effectively with team leads, logistics managers, vendors, and external distribution partners.

Qualifications
• Valid British Columbia Class 1 Driver's License.
• Minimum of 3 years of verifiable commercial driving experience.
• Provision of a clean 3-year driver’s abstract and a 3-year commercial insurance claims history.
• At least 1 year of experience operating industrial machinery in a warehouse setting is highly advantageous.
• Ability to meet physical requirements, including regular bending and lifting up to 50 lbs in varying temperature and noisy warehouse conditions.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial driving safety regulations, transport laws, and load securement procedures.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills across both digital correspondence and in-person interactions.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, route planning, time management, and resource allocation abilities.
• Shift availability: Local routes run Mon–Fri starting at 6:00 AM, 6:30 AM, or 7:00 AM (8-hour shifts).
• Flexibility to accommodate operational shift adjustments, overtime under an averaging agreement for longer-haul trips, and shift rotations for Saturdays and statutory holidays.

Summary
At Randstad, we are your dedicated career partner. Our recruiters are specialized experts in the manufacturing & logistics sector, working closely with top employers to find the perfect fit for your technical skills and goals. Whether you are looking to advance your career as a Class 1 Driver in BC, our team is here to support you every step of the way. Don't miss out on this fantastic career opportunity—apply online today and connect with our expert recruiting team!

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