Class 1 Long Haul Driver

at Advantage Personnel
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 1S6, Canada • Full-time

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time

Description

Job Title: Class 1 Long Haul Driver

Location: Halifax, NS

Shift/Hours: Full-time, ongoing schedule

Pay Rate: Competitive, based on experience

The Class 1 Long Haul Driver will complete scheduled dry van runs throughout Canada and the United States. This role is suited for an experienced, safety-focused driver who is comfortable with cross-border transportation, long-haul routes, accurate documentation, and regular communication with dispatch and operations teams.

This position offers steady year-round work, consistent routes, and support from an experienced transportation team.

Responsibilities:

  • Complete scheduled dry van runs throughout Canada and the United States
  • Safely operate Class 1 vehicles in accordance with transportation regulations
  • Maintain accurate logbooks and delivery documentation
  • Communicate effectively with dispatch and operations teams
  • Ensure freight is transported safely and efficiently
  • Complete routine vehicle inspections and report maintenance concerns
  • Follow company safety procedures and transportation requirements
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Valid Class 1 driver’s licence required
  • Minimum 1 year of verifiable Class 1 driving experience
  • Clean criminal record required
  • Clean driver’s abstract required
  • FAST Card considered a strong asset
  • Previous cross-border or long-haul driving experience considered an asset
  • Strong commitment to safety and professionalism
  • Reliable, organized, and able to manage long-haul schedules
  • Able to communicate effectively with dispatch, customers, and operations teams