Long Haul Truck Driver

Closing on: Dec 29, 2026
Job Category: Transportation
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Nova Scotia

Posted on December 29, 2025

Job Description

On-site long haul truck driver position. Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions; obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes; operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials; oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment; perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle; receive and relay information to central dispatch; record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption; transport and handle dangerous goods.

Job Details

  • Employer: Laidlaw Carriers Van GP Inc
  • Location: Beechville, Nova Scotia
  • Wage: $55,000.00 to $70,000.00 annually (to be negotiated)
  • Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week, Permanent, Full-time
  • Vacancies: 5
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • NOC: 73300

Requirements

  • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  • 1 year to less than 2 years of experience
  • English
  • Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely
  • AZ class license
  • Air Brakes Endorsement
  • Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
  • Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)

Benefits

  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits
  • Group insurance benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Mileage paid

How to Apply

Apply by mail to:
Laidlaw Carriers Van GP Inc
140 Horseshoe Lake Dr, Beechville, NS B3S 0B7

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