Heavy Duty Truck Driver

Position: Heavy Duty Truck Driver

Location: Port Coquitlam, BC

Compensation:$ $34.00/ 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

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 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.

Apply now and join our family today