ABOUT US STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Technology and Manufacturing Operations. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.
THE ROLE As a DZ Driver, you will be responsible for driving a 26-foot truck to various retail locations throughout the GTA to pick up products and return them to the Brantford warehouse.
This is a great ongoing, full-time opportunity for an experienced DZ Driver who enjoys being on the road, staying active, and working independently as part of a strong team. This is a hands-on driving position that involves regular loading and unloading of products weighing up to 50 lbs. You will have a helper travelling with you to assist with pickups and loading/unloading.
Our client is a reputable, well-established company that offers excellent benefits, a great team environment, and opportunities for long-term growth opportunities.
ADVANTAGES
Great starting pay of $27.50/hour
Full-time, Monday to Friday day shift
Early morning start at 5:00 AM, helping you beat the traffic
Ongoing, long-term position based out of Brantford
Shifts are typically 10–12 hours depending on route and traffic
Consistent hours with overtime opportunities
Excellent benefits including medical and dental
RRSP matching program
Opportunity for advancement and career growth
Supportive and welcoming team environment
Company events and a great workplace culture
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Safely operate a DZ 26-foot truck to various retail locations throughout the GTA
Pick up products from retail stores and transport them back to the Brantford warehouse
Load and unload products weighing up to 50 lbs
Work alongside a helper who will assist with loading and unloading
Complete daily routes efficiently while following all company and road safety requirements
Conduct required vehicle inspections and ensure the truck is operated safely
Provide professional and courteous service when interacting with retail locations
Maintain accurate delivery and pickup documentation
Assist with other duties as required
REQUIREMENTS:
Valid DZ driver's license in good standing
Minimum 3 years of DZ driving experience
Clean driver's abstract
Previous delivery or pickup driving experience
Experience driving a 5-tonne or similar commercial truck
Comfortable driving throughout the GTA
Physically capable of regularly lifting and moving up to 50 lbs
Comfortable working 10–12 hour shifts as required
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Strong attention to safety and safe driving practices
Reliable, dependable, and eager to learn
Available to work overtime when required
Must have reliable transportation to and from the Brantford facility