Heavy Duty Truck Driver

Description Position: Heavy Duty Truck Driver Location: Port Coquitlam, BC Compensation: $27.00 - $34.00/ hour, based on experienceThis 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 Would you like to leave the dental office without any bill to pay? What about leaving the pharmacy without having to reach for your wallet? 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 FamilyHealth, Dental & Vision Care InsuranceLife Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability InsuranceAccidental Death & Dismemberment DisabilityEducation and Savings Plans, RRSP matchingHealth and Wellness programEmployee & Family Assistance ProgramGenerous Employee Perks and DiscountsCareer Development Support & Promote-From-Within Culture to enhance your expertise and maximize your career journeyResponsibilitiesOperate 3-ton, 5-ton, 10-ton, and tractor-trailer trucks to transport goodsConduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehiclesEnsure timely and secure delivery of cargoMaintain accurate logs of driving hours, vehicle service, and repair statusComply with all traffic laws and safety regulationsCommunicate effectively with shippers, managers, and customersSecure cargo properly to prevent damageReport incidents or accidents to the HD Truck ManagerKeep vehicles clean, organized, and in good working conditionEnsure delivery stores are properly locked and armed after drop-offUse the Checkmate App to report at designated timesFollow health and safety protocols in warehouses and storesPerform other duties as assigned by managementGoals and ExpectationsMaintain a clean and organized vehicle interiorKeep GPS active throughout the shiftCarry and complete TDG forms when transporting Dangerous GoodsUse appropriate tires and chains based on route conditionsQualificationsEducation and ExperienceValid Class 1 Manual Driver’s License with a clean driving abstractForklift driving experience requiredExperience with manual transmissionTDG CertificationExperience driving in adverse weather conditionsFamiliarity with BC and Alberta highways and trucking regulationsSkills and AbilitiesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamWillingness to travel and drive long hoursStrong understanding of health and safety standardsAbility to lift items up to 50lbs and knowledge of workplace safety procedures and the ability to adhere to the Lordco Occupational Health and Safety programOrganizational and multitasking skillsProblem-solving ability and adaptabilityAt 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.