Part-Time Transport Operator

Company: Progressive Industrial Fluids Ltd.

Location: London, Ontario — On-Site / Customer Locations

Employment Type: Part-Time, Permanent

Reports To: Logistics Coordinator

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Wage: $28-32/hour

Typical Hours: Based on delivery schedules and operational requirements

Schedule: Primarily weekday/daytime hours, with flexibility based on scheduled deliveries, tote pickup routes and operational needs

About Progressive Industrial Fluids

Progressive Industrial Fluids is a locally owned, family-operated Canadian manufacturing company based in Southwestern Ontario. We design, manufacture, and distribute industrial fluids and specialty chemical products that support critical industries across Canada.

Built from the ground up, Progressive has grown through a strong focus on process, quality, and doing things the right way. We take pride in producing true Canadian-made products, supporting local jobs, and maintaining hands-on ownership involvement in the business.

Over the past several years, we’ve intentionally invested in building a process-driven organization. From documented procedures and quality controls to ERP integration through Odoo, our systems are designed to support scale, consistency, and continuous improvement. These foundations give us significant room to grow — and we are now poised for the next phase of expansion.

We believe great companies are built by great people. As we grow, we are focused on surrounding ourselves with high-calibre team members who care about their work, take ownership, and want to help build something lasting. We value accountability, responsiveness, respect, and collaboration, and we believe strong leadership and clear processes allow people to do their best work.

Joining Progressive Industrial Fluids means becoming part of a team that is building for the long term — where contributions matter, improvements are encouraged, and success is shared.

The Role The Part-Time Transport Operator provides flexible transportation and logistics support to Progressive Industrial Fluids, with a primary focus on completing customer deliveries and scheduled tote and container pickup runs throughout Southwestern Ontario and other service areas as required.

We are seeking an experienced, reliable commercial driver who can offer consistent availability and flexibility to support our evolving transportation needs.

Responsibilities may include delivering finished products to customers, completing dedicated tote pickup routes, collecting empty drums and containers, and assisting with regular transportation operations during busier periods. While this position will initially be part-time, we anticipate it will grow into a full-time role within the next 6 to 12 months as our operations continue to expand. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, dependable, and interested in a long-term opportunity with Progressive Industrial Fluids.

An important part of the position will be supporting Progressive’s tote return and reconditioning program. Progressive uses and collects industrial totes and other reusable containers from customer locations.

The Transport

Operator will travel established or assigned routes, collect eligible empty totes and containers, safely secure them for transportation and return them to Progressive for inspection, reconditioning and reuse. This work helps keep reusable packaging circulating efficiently while supporting our customers and internal operations.

The role requires more than simply driving from one location to another. You will be responsible for your vehicle, your load, the products or containers being transported and the associated paperwork. You must be comfortable safely loading and unloading industrial materials, inspecting and securing loads, working around industrial fluids and containers, and following applicable transportation and safety requirements.

You will also represent Progressive at customer facilities. We expect our drivers to be professional, courteous and helpful and to communicate relevant information back to our team. If a customer has totes ready for collection, identifies a delivery issue or raises a question that requires follow-up, you are an important link between that customer and the Progressive team.

This is intended to be a practical and versatile position. Some weeks may focus heavily on tote collection, while others may involve customer deliveries, pickups or transportation coverage. The right person will be dependable, safety-conscious and comfortable working independently while remaining closely connected with our Logistics and Operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Deliveries

Safely operate Progressive company vehicles to complete assigned customer deliveries and pickups.

Transport industrial fluids, specialty chemical products, totes, drums, pails, pallets and related materials.

Review assigned routes,



delivery instructions and shipment documentation before departure.

Confirm that products and quantities loaded correspond with the applicable delivery documentation.

Complete deliveries safely, accurately and professionally.

Follow customer-specific receiving, unloading and site-access procedures.

Obtain required signatures, delivery confirmations and other proof-of-delivery documentation.

Communicate delays, delivery issues, route changes or other concerns promptly to the Logistics Coordinator.

Return completed paperwork and communicate relevant customer information to the Progressive team.

Tote & Container Pickup Routes

Complete scheduled tote, drum and reusable-container pickup routes at Progressive customer locations.

Pick up empty IBC totes and other designated returnable containers for transport back to Progressive.

Confirm that containers being collected are appropriate for return and identify visibly damaged, leaking or otherwise questionable containers before loading.

Track or document tote and container pickups as required to support inventory and reconditioning processes.

Safely load, position and secure empty totes and containers for transportation.

Coordinate with customer personnel to identify containers that are ready for pickup.

Maintain an organized and efficient pickup route to reduce unnecessary travel and maximize vehicle utilization.

Communicate unusual quantities, damaged containers, customer requests or other relevant observations to the Logistics Coordinator.

Return collected totes and containers to the appropriate receiving or staging area at Progressive.

Support Progressive’s reusable-container and reconditioning programs by helping maintain a reliable flow of returned containers.

Loading, Unloading & Load Securement

Safely load, secure and unload products, totes, drums, pallets and other materials.

Inspect loads before departure to ensure materials are appropriately positioned and secured.

Follow applicable load-securement requirements and Progressive procedures.

Use straps, liftgates, pallet-handling equipment and other approved equipment safely.

Operate forklifts or other material-handling equipment when appropriately trained and authorized.

Identify damaged containers, leaks, unstable loads or other unsafe conditions before transportation.

Prevent spills, product damage and unsafe material movement during loading, transportation and unloading.

Recheck cargo and load securement during transportation when required.

Vehicle Inspection & Care

Conduct and document required pre-trip, en-route and post-trip vehicle inspections.

Confirm that the assigned vehicle and required safety equipment are suitable for operation before departure.

Report vehicle defects, damage, mechanical concerns or maintenance requirements promptly.

Do not operate a vehicle when a condition exists that would make operation unsafe or non-compliant.

Keep assigned vehicles clean, organized and ready for use.

Ensure required vehicle documentation and emergency equipment are present and available.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Operate commercial vehicles in accordance with applicable federal and provincial transportation requirements and Progressive policies.

Follow Transportation of Dangerous Goods requirements whenever transporting regulated products.

Ensure required TDG documentation, labels, placards and transportation information are available as applicable.

Follow applicable vehicle inspection, load-securement and commercial driving requirements.

Follow Progressive health, safety and environmental procedures at all times.

Comply with customer-site PPE, safety and traffic requirements.

Follow appropriate spill-response and emergency procedures.

Immediately report accidents, spills, near misses, injuries, vehicle damage or other safety incidents.

Stop work and seek direction whenever a delivery, pickup, load or site condition cannot be handled safely.

Documentation & Communication

Complete bills of lading, delivery receipts, pickup records, inspection reports and other required documentation accurately.

Record tote and container pickups as required.

Maintain accurate records of completed deliveries, pickups and returns.

Report shipment discrepancies or unexpected customer-site conditions.

Communicate proactively with the Logistics Coordinator regarding schedule changes, delays or issues.

Ensure completed paperwork and electronic records are returned or entered as required.

Customer Service & Professional Representation





Represent Progressive Industrial Fluids professionally at customer and supplier locations.

Communicate respectfully and clearly with customer personnel.

Follow customer-specific receiving, pickup and site-access requirements.

Direct technical, pricing or product questions to the appropriate Progressive team member.

Communicate customer concerns, requests or relevant observations back to the appropriate internal team.

Treat customer facilities, equipment and personnel with care and respect.

Logistics & Warehouse Support

When transportation requirements allow, the Part-Time Transport Operator may also:

Assist with loading and unloading vehicles at Progressive.

Stage products, totes, drums and pallets for upcoming deliveries or pickups.

Assist with organizing returned totes and containers in designated areas.

Move materials using authorized material-handling equipment.

Assist with preparing vehicles and loads for upcoming routes.

Maintain clean and organized loading and transportation areas.

Support other reasonable warehouse and logistics activities as required.

Who You Are

You are someone who

Is an experienced and safety-conscious commercial driver.

Is looking for dependable part-time work and appreciates some flexibility in weekly scheduling.

Takes ownership of the vehicle, load and paperwork assigned to you.

Is comfortable completing both customer deliveries and dedicated tote pickup routes.

Is willing to get out of the truck and participate in loading, unloading and material handling.

Works effectively on your own without requiring constant supervision.

Is dependable and understands that customers and coworkers are relying on you to complete assigned routes.

Communicates early when delays, mechanical problems or customer issues arise.

Pays attention to load securement, documentation and the condition of the materials being transported.

Treats customers and coworkers professionally and respectfully.

Takes safety seriously and does not take shortcuts.

Keeps vehicles and work areas clean and organized.

Is comfortable with a schedule that may vary somewhat depending on deliveries, pickup requirements and business needs.

Takes pride in representing Progressive Industrial Fluids professionally.

Qualifications & Experience

Valid Ontario AZ driver’s licence in good standing.

Clean or acceptable commercial driver’s abstract meeting Progressive’s insurance and employment requirements.

Previous commercial driving experience required.

Several years of AZ/commercial driving experience strongly preferred.

Previous experience transporting industrial products, totes, drums, pallets or similar materials is an asset.

Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification preferred; training may be provided where appropriate.

Knowledge of commercial vehicle inspections and load-securement practices.

Ability to complete delivery and transportation documentation accurately.

Experience loading and unloading commercial vehicles is preferred.

Forklift certification or previous forklift experience is considered an asset.

Strong communication and customer-service skills.

Ability to read and understand shipping documents, product labels, safety instructions and delivery requirements.

Ability to work independently and manage an assigned route effectively.

Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

This is an active transportation position involving both driving and material handling.

The successful candidate must be able to:

Regularly enter and exit commercial vehicles and trailers.

Sit and drive for extended periods.

Stand, walk, bend, reach and perform physical work associated with loading and unloading.

Lift, carry, move or secure materials weighing up to approximately 50 lb when required.

Safely handle straps, load-securement equipment, pallets, totes and related transportation equipment.

Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and temperature conditions.

Work around industrial fluids, chemicals and used industrial containers while following appropriate safety procedures.

Work at manufacturing facilities, warehouses and customer locations.

Wear required personal protective equipment.

Work scheduled part-time hours that may vary depending on delivery and pickup requirements.

Reasonable accommodation will be considered in accordance with applicable legislation.

Core Skills & Competencies

Safe Commercial Vehicle Operation

Defensive Driving

Route Management

Customer Deliveries

Tote & Container Collection

Load Securement

Vehicle Inspection

Industrial Material Handling

Transportation of Dangerous Goods

Documentation Accuracy

Safety Awareness

Customer Service

Communication

Reliability & Accountability

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Independent Work

Teamwork

Pay: $28.00-$32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 – 24.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Transport Operator (London)
🏢 Progressive Industrial Fluids
📍 London