Drive Your Career Forward with Sunderland Co-operative Inc.

For nearly 70 years, Sunderland Co-operative Inc. has proudly supported Ontario producers in growing and marketing their crops locally and globally. As a member-owned Canadian co-operative, we operate across agronomy, crop protection, grain elevation, fuels, animal feed, and retail farm supplies. With four locations serving Sunderland, Oakwood, Lindsay, and Peterborough, we continue to invest in our people, infrastructure, and strong relationships with farmers and suppliers.

Learn more about us at www.sunderlandco-op.on.ca

DZ Truck Driver – Seasonal
Wage: $ 20.00 to $25.00 per hour

We are currently seeking a Seasonal DZ Truck Driver to join our Agronomy Operations team based in Oakwood, Ontario. This role offers strong potential for full-time employment and career mobility within Sunderland Co-op.

About the Role
As a DZ Truck Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting agricultural products, fertilizer, and materials to customers and operational sites. This position plays a key role in ensuring timely deliveries, customer satisfaction, and safe, compliant operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a safety-focused, professional driver who thrives in a dynamic agricultural environment.

Key Responsibilities

Transport finished goods and raw materials to retail, distribution, and farm locations

Deliver water and/or fertilizer to customer fields and farming operations

Operate vehicles safely during driving, loading, and unloading activities

Review daily run sheets and plan routes to ensure deadlines are met

Optimize delivery sequencing using maps and route planning

Maneuver trucks into loading/unloading positions and park in designated areas

Maintain accurate logs of driving hours, rest periods, mileage, and fuel/toll receipts

Prepare and secure customer orders, ensuring loads are protected from weather and road conditions





Communicate effectively with dispatch and customers regarding schedules and updates

Perform routine vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance reporting

Ensure all safety equipment, straps, and required documentation are in place

Maintain professionalism and represent Sunderland Co-op as a brand ambassador

Work extended hours during peak business periods

Comply with all health, safety, and legislative requirements

Report hazards, incidents, or equipment concerns immediately

Health and wellness programs.

Opportunities for career advancement.

Supportive work workplace

Health & Safety Commitment
Safety is a core value at Sunderland Co-op. Employees are expected to:

Operate equipment in accordance with training and regulatory requirements

Follow all Company Health & Safety policies and applicable legislation

Conduct daily vehicle inspections and documentation

Demonstrate strong safety awareness at all times

Required Qualifications

Valid DZ driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract

Strong knowledge of roadways, traffic patterns, and route planning

Ability to adapt to changing traffic, weather, and field conditionsStrong communication and customer service skills

Ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Ability to manually load/unload materials and secure loads

Willingness to work additional hours during peak seasons

Preferred Qualifications

Experience transporting agricultural products

Basic knowledge of agricultural products and crop inputs

Farming background

Interested applicants please submit your cover letter, resume and a 3 year driver record search.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Sunderland Co-operative Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or any other protected ground under applicable legislation.

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📌 DZ Truck Driver - Seasonal (Ontario)
🏢 Sunderland Co-op
📍 Ontario