Food Services Class 1 Driver

Role overview

Martin-Brower of Canada Co. is hiring a Class 1 delivery driver to transport food service products to McDonald’s restaurants in a safe, timely, and professional way. This position is centered on reliable driving, product handling, equipment checks, and strong customer service.

The role offers an hourly base rate of $36.87 and is designed for someone who values safety, professionalism, teamwork, and steady growth in supply chain and distribution.

What makes this role appealing

• Safety-first culture with strong health and safety standards.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Supportive team environment with collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities for career development within supply chain and distribution.

Key duties

The driver will be responsible for delivering products professionally, helping unload trailers, maintaining equipment readiness, and ensuring compliance with food safety, transportation, and company requirements.

• Operate a tractor-trailer safely and efficiently.
• Deliver products to customer locations in a timely and courteous manner.
• Use material handling equipment to unload trailers.
• Look after the equipment and product assigned to you.
• Inspect equipment to confirm it is roadworthy, fueled, and ready for dispatch.
• Secure vehicles and confirm refrigeration units are operating after loading is complete.
• Connect, stage, and secure vehicles daily according to the route load plan.
• Complete paperwork and perform daily equipment inspections.
• Work safely and follow company health and safety rules, including prompt reporting of injuries or incidents.
• Maintain strong security controls over equipment and the staging/finish area.
• Follow DOT rules, company policies, and transport regulations.
• Comply with Safe Food for Canadians Regulations, GFSI, Good Warehouse Practices, and Good Drivers Practices.
• Take on other related tasks and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications and experience

• High school education or equivalent experience.
• 3 to 5 years of driving experience as a licensed Professional Class A/AZ or Class 1 driver.
• Experience operating 48-foot to 53-foot tractor-trailers.
• Ability to lift and move heavy boxes weighing up to 55 lbs.
• Strong work ethic and excellent time management.
• Team-oriented with good collaboration skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, along with strong interpersonal skills.
• High initiative, self-motivation, and leadership qualities.
• Must successfully complete a post-offer background check and drug test.

Work schedule and conditions

This position requires flexibility, including weekend work and variable shift start and finish times depending on location and business needs. Work may be scheduled any day from Sunday through Saturday, and any shift may be assigned. Overtime, punctuality, and attendance are essential parts of the role due to delivery schedules, order timing, and hours-of-service rules.

Safety boots are required, and uniforms are provided. Reasonable accommodation may be available for individuals with disabilities in line with applicable law.

Benefits and other information

The company provides medical, dental, and vision coverage as part of its total rewards package. Employees may also be eligible for a discretionary incentive program, subject to the program’s rules.

Employment offers are conditional on a successful background check. The recruitment process may use AI-enabled tools, such as a virtual assistant, to help candidates explore opportunities and get answers to common questions; however, final hiring decisions are always made by people.

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