AI Specialist

An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada; we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada’s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations, and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.

We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with Canadian leading brands. Canada Cartage is deep rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered and high performance is championed. A recognized thought leader and founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.

Position Summary

The AI Specialist is responsible for designing, building, and operationalizing artificial intelligence and intelligent automation solutions that deliver measurable business value. This role focuses on moving AI initiatives from concept and pilot into secure, governed, production‑ready solutions.

The AI Specialist works closely with business stakeholders, IT, data, security, and external partners to translate real operational problems into practical AI‑enabled solutions, while ensuring alignment with enterprise standards for security, privacy, and responsible AI use.

This is a hands‑on delivery role, not a pure research or data science position.

Location

Hybrid (Mississauga / GTA) – flexibility as appropriate

Schedule

Mon-Fri, 40 hours

What you will do

AI Use Case Development & Delivery

• Partner with business teams (Finance, Operations, IT, HR, Safety, etc.) to identify and prioritize AI and automation opportunities aligned to business goals.
• Translate business problems into well‑defined AI use cases with clear success metrics.
• Design and implement AI solutions including:
• Predictive and classification models
• Support pilots and proofs of concept, then help move successful initiatives into production.
• Evaluate AI tools, platforms, and vendor solutions for fit, risk, and value.
• Build and enhance intelligent automation using RPA and workflow automation platforms.
• Integrate AI capabilities into existing business processes to reduce manual effort and improve decision quality.
• Identify opportunities to combine AI, automation, and data to drive end‑to‑end process improvement.

Data & Integration

• Work with structured and semi‑structured data sources, including data extraction, preparation, and basic analysis.
• Use SQL and APIs to access and integrate data from enterprise systems.
• Collaborate with data and application teams to ensure solutions are scalable and supportable.

Governance, Security & Responsible AI

• Ensure all AI solutions comply with established data governance, security, privacy, and compliance standards.
• Apply risk‑based thinking to AI use cases, including appropriate controls and human oversight.
• Support the organization’s AI governance framework and usage policies in practice.

What You’ll Bring

• 3–6 years of experience in AI, data, automation, or related technical roles.
• Experience delivering solutions in an enterprise environment preferred.
• Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or equivalent experience.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Experience working with AI/ML solutions such as predictive models, classification, optimization, and/or generative AI (LLMs).
• Hands‑on experience with automation platforms (RPA and workflow automation).
• Strong understanding of data workflows, including data collection, cleaning, and integration.
• Proficiency using SQL for data exploration and manipulation.
• Experience integrating systems using APIs.
• Working knowledge of Python and common data/AI libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit‑learn; exposure to PyTorch and LLM frameworks is an asset).

Professional Skills

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into plain‑language business outcomes.
• Comfortable working across IT, business, and vendor teams.

What Success Looks Like

• AI and automation solutions move from pilot to production.
• Manual processes are measurably reduced.
• AI solutions are trusted, secure, and aligned with governance standards.
• Business teams see tangible value from AI adoption.

Why This Role Matters

This role is a key enabler of the organization’s AI strategy—balancing innovation with control, speed with safety, and experimentation with real‑world impact.

Why people love working for Canada Cartage

• Cohesive team and a positive, hard-working atmosphere.
• Meaningful opportunities for career growth.
• Company wide recognition initiatives designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork, and core values.
• Perks - discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few
• Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driver‑appreciation week that regularly bring us together.
• We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.
• We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.

We are a top employer!

• Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for six straight years in a row.
• Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected for the 8th year in a row, as one of Canada’s Top Fleet Employers. In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.
• We’ve been acknowledged by Forbes 2023, as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity

Come work with an industry leader!

Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined to meet the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA at any point in your application or employment duration, please let us know.

We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

Committed to employment equity, Canada Cartage Systems LP encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups, and women.