OTR Class 1 Driver

Overview

The Role: Class 1 Driver

Frito Lay (a division of PepsiCo) has a current opening for a Licensed Class 1 Driver.

Why Drive for Us?

• Earn up to $100,000+ per year
• 5-day work week, 2 consecutive days off every week
• Canada only, no trips to USA. Set delivery schedules each week.
• $2,500 Signing bonus, Employer Funded Retirement Plan, RRSP Matching, full flexible benefit package, and annual bonus
• Excellent salary/wages including extra pay for LCV and BC KM’s
• Kilometer, case and delay pay

Schedule

• This position will be based out of Lethbridge, AB and will be required to work a combination of 2-day and 3-day over-the-road runs through Western Canada each week. The assigned runs will be dependent on current business needs.

Responsibilities

What you’ll be working on

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Operate a tractor/trailer truck to make long-distance pick-ups and deliveries of our finished products.
• Check and assist in the unloading of the trailer.
• Fully inspect the vehicle prior to beginning the route to ensure proper and safe handling conditions.
• Collect all proper authorizations prior to beginning route.
• Maintain an accurate DOT log.
• Ensure safety and compliance of load.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Completing Quality/Food Safety training and adhering to the Food Safety Pre Requisite Programs (PRP/oPRP) that is required for your area.
• Delivery of product to Frito Lay facilities and external customers in Western Canada with single or Long Combination vehicles (LCV’s).
• Offloading trailers with hand carts or palletizing cases at destination (average case weight is 4 kgs).
• Travelling safely complying with Frito Lay Canada controls, Traffic Safety legislation, and Commercial Vehicle regulations.
• Be customer focused and be a team player.

Qualifications

Key Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 Driver’s License.
• 2 years Class 1 driving experience.
• Please note: the successful candidate for this role must be able to provide 3-year clean drivers abstract, pass a criminal background check, and complete a functional assessment.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to maintain professional disposition even when faced with difficult situations.
• Able to complete routes safely in varied driving conditions.

At Frito Lay Canada, we are the saviors of the smiles and heroes of the hangry. You’re invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day. A career at Frito Lay Canada means working in a culture where everyone’s welcome. It takes a lot of muscle power and pride to create products that deliver smiles. This is a place where you stand out when you join in. Become a Frito Lay Canada team member.