Class 1 Driver
Job Description
Compensation Grade
Grade 7 - DC
Job Description
Are you ready to work for the best fleet in Canada?
Giant Tiger (GT Wholesale) is looking for dynamic individuals to join one of Canada’s largest iconic retail brands as a Class 1 Driver! Canada-only routes, no border crossing!
Reporting to the Transportation Manager and Supervisor and directed by the Tiger Trucking Dispatch, we are looking for an energetic Class 1 Driver who thrives in a fast paced environment, enjoys challenges, and is a team player able to deliver merchandise to our Giant Tiger Stores.
Class 1 Driver Job Requirements
- Hold a valid Class 1 license; Clean Abstract
- Have a minimum of 2 years’ truck driving experience;
- Very strong knowledge of Transportation functions;
- Geographically knowledgeable (New Brunswick); an asset
- Excellent communication skills and computer literacy
- Strong problem-solving skills;
- Excellent attitude and a willingness to learn;
- Self-motivated with good people skills
Class 1 Driver Job Benefits
- Starting pay rate is $24.15/hour with regular scheduled increases.
- Direct deposit
- Store Discount
- Paid overtime
- Overnight payment bonus for drivers on overnight delivery runs, paid for each trip.
- 120 hours of vacation time to start
- Quarterly bonus program
- Deferred Profit Sharing Program (DPSP)
- Comprehensive Benefit Program including. Dental, Life insurance, Health benefits and more
- Gym membership subsidies
- Annual safety shoe allowance
- Giant Tiger store discount
- Excellent uniform program, shirts and pants provided.
- Bursary program for children of Drivers going into post-secondary education
- Company paid RRSP contributions.
- Annual safe driving awards.
- Weekly summer BBQ’s
- New fleet of equipment, both Trucks & Trailers, no junk here -- we have one of the most modern and safest fleets in Canada!
- Automatic transmission trucks
- Several company-sponsored events annually for employees to attend
- Amazing team atmosphere
- We respect and promote a positive work / life balance
Class 1 Driver Job Schedule
- Various schedules available that fit your lifestyle, varying between 50 to 55 hours per week with voluntary overtime up to 70 hours per week, local, overnight and team driver runs available to Ontario, Quebec and Maritime Locations.
Please contact Robert at rleger@gianttiger.com for more information.
Job Requisition
JR120382
Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.
Are you are interested in this position but don’t yet meet all the criteria? We want you to apply anyway!
During our recruitment process we are looking for an incumbent that will not only learn and grow in the role, but also contribute to our diverse, equal and inclusive culture.
If you require accommodation during your pursuit of a role at Giant Tiger please contact careers@gianttiger.com
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