Heavy Duty Truck Driver

Description

Position:
Heavy Duty Truck Driver
Location:
Port Coquitlam, BC
Compensation: $30.00/ hour, based on experience
This job position will be night shifts and long-haul shifts. If you love the open road, know your way around a big rig, and take pride in getting things where they need to go—this role is for you. As a Heavy Duty Truck Driver at Lordco, you're not just hauling goods; you're the lifeline between our warehouses and our stores. You’ll be trusted to navigate BC and Alberta’s highways with precision, professionalism, and a dash of grit.

Lordco Auto Parts is Canada’s biggest privately held automotive parts distributor and Western Canada’s largest distributor and retailer of aftermarket parts and accessories, with over 85 store locations across Western Canada and is a family-owned and operated business since 1974. Start your career in customer service and grow with us today!
We got you covered! Our employees are our family, and we want to make sure they are taken care of. Your health and well-being matter to us, and we are dedicated to providing top-notch programs and plans to support you and your loved ones. We want you to feel valued and welcomed within our diverse, inclusive team, and here’s how we do it:

Extended Benefits for You and Your Family

Health, Dental & Vision Care Insurance

Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability

Education and Savings Plans, RRSP matching

Health and Wellness program

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Generous Employee Perks and Discounts

Career Development Support & Promote-From-Within Culture to enhance your expertise and maximize your career journey

Responsibilities

Operate 3-ton, 5-ton, 10-ton, and tractor-trailer trucks to transport goods

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles

Ensure timely and secure delivery of cargo

Maintain accurate logs of driving hours, vehicle service, and repair status

Comply with all traffic laws and safety regulations

Communicate effectively with shippers, managers, and customers

Secure cargo properly to prevent damage

Report incidents or accidents to the HD Truck Manager

Keep vehicles clean, organized, and in good working condition

Ensure delivery stores are properly locked and armed after drop-off

Use the Checkmate App to report at designated times

Follow health and safety protocols in warehouses and stores

Perform other duties as assigned by management

Goals and Expectations

Maintain a clean and organized vehicle interior

Keep GPS active throughout the shift

Carry and complete TDG forms when transporting Dangerous Goods

Use appropriate tires and chains based on route conditions

Qualifications
Education and Experience

Valid Class 1 Manual Driver’s License with a clean driving abstract

Forklift driving experience required

Experience with manual transmission

TDG Certification

Experience driving in adverse weather conditions

Familiarity with BC and Alberta highways and trucking regulations

Skills and Abilities

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Willingness to travel and drive long hours

Strong understanding of health and safety standards

Ability to lift items up to 50lbs and knowledge of workplace safety procedures and the ability to adhere to the Lordco Occupational Health and Safety program

Organizational and multitasking skills

Problem-solving ability and adaptability

At Lordco Auto Parts, we are committed to fostering a culture that celebrates diversity, promotes equity, and prioritizes inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We recognize that embracing diversity enriches our workplace, enhances our perspectives, and fuels innovation.