Part Time Class 1 Highway​/Local Driver

Job Description

Posted Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

We Bring Food to Your Family’s Table

The Erb Group is one of North America’s largest privately-owned refrigerated transportation providers. The Erb Group specializes on the timely, protected distribution of temperature-controlled perishable goods across Canada and the U.S. The Erb Group is a family-owned business and has been in the industry for over 65 years. Its head office is based in New Hamburg, Ontario, with additional Canadian terminals in Baden, Toronto, Thunder Bay, North Bay, Ottawa, Montreal, Trenton, and Winnipeg.

In addition, we have been recognized as Best Fleets to Drive For several years, a Top Fleet Employer and continue to be a safety industry leader.

Compensation: $0.563/mile + $27.59 while at customer location

Valid AZ/Class 1 license required. Drive to various locations to deliver and/or pick up product. Move freight between terminal locations. Fill out all required paperwork. Represent Erb Transport professionally and give the best customer service possible.

• Responsible to drive safely in all types of road and weather conditions and temperatures.
• Responsible to deliver freight as per schedule and company policy.
• Communicate with dispatch according to department procedures regarding pickups, deliveries or inquires.
• Responsible for a required pre-trip inspection ensuring equipment is in safe working order.
• Communicate with shop when maintenance is required.
• Familiar with and carry out all required paperwork according to company policy.
• Familiar with and comply to all hours of service and any other regulations for all jurisdictions operated in.
• Responsible to ensure freight is properly identified / labelled.
• Responsible for loading and unloading of product in a safe, accurate and professional manner.
• Familiar with operations of The Erb Group and comply with company regulations.
• Responsible for the operation of the onboard telematic device which includes the electronic log and communication system for communication with dispatch.
• Responsible to attend Driver Safety meetings.
• All other duties as required.

• Minimum 1 year verifiable driving experience on AZ/Class 1 license required.
• Meet the licensing requirements for the specific job opening.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and health survey.
• CVOR, Driver abstract and a copy of a drivers license must be provided at time of interview.
• Employment reference check will be completed.
  
  Criminal record check will be required.
• Required to wear PPE (provided by The Erb Group).

May vary from terminal to terminal, but primarily will be:

• The Erb Group is a 24/7 Operation, with runs departing daily.
• Departure times will vary and will be determined by H.O.S. regulations.
• There is no set end time on any given day and work can be up to and including the HOS regulations.
• Drivers can sign up for bid run when posted, if interested, and will be awarded on a seniority bases. Drivers not on a bid run will be considered an Open Board Driver
• Open board drivers are not assigned to a particular dedicated run. These drivers are assigned to runs as dispatched.

• Some slip seating may be required.
• May be required to be gone overnight up to 2 nights.
• Will be required to operate DZ units

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet almost every qualification. At The Erb Group, we’re committed to continually improving our approach to building a diverse, inclusive, and value driven workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experiences don’t align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply regardless.

You could just be the right candidate for this role or others!

The Erb Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact or call . All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.