Class 1 Driver

Midland Transport Limited is currently seeking professional Class 1 Linehaul Truck Drivers – US Triangle. The Driver can be based out of any major city in the Maritimes including, but not limited to Fredericton, Moncton, Halifax, Saint John, Charlottetown, Truro and Summerside. 

The selected candidate will be a reliable person with a strong work ethic, positive attitude and strong commitment to providing Superior Quality Service.  

 What we offer: 

• Canadian miles: $0.582 per mile.
• USA miles paid in CAD: $0.613 per mile.
• Safety and fuel bonus paid quarterly. 
• Pick-ups, drops, and wait times are paid (restrictions apply).
• Uniform allowance.
• A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan.
• RRSP matching program (5%)
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs.
• Health & Wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs.
• 3 weeks' paid vacation.
• Ongoing training and advancement possibilities. 
• Maternity leave top-up program.
• Please click HERE for our Full Rate Card. 

Responsibilities

• Running Linehaul from the Maritimes into United States eastern seaboard, into Ontario/Quebec and then back to the Maritimes.
• Deliver freight to assigned locations ensuring timely delivery.
• Offload variable shipment weight and handle freight equipment properly and in a safe manner to avoid any damage. 
• Communicate efficiently with the central dispatch and customers.
• Operate the tractor trailer in accordance with the safety regulation: company rules while following safety procedures and traffic laws. 
• Perform pre-trip, en-route and post-trip inspections and oversee all aspects of the truck operation.
• Report any incident, accident, injury or damage in a timely manner.
• Willingness to work linehaul legs into the United States, including New York and New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Education Required: High School or GED. 
• Class 1 driver’s license with a minimum of 4 years of safe tractor trailer driving experience in North America required.
• Clean driver’s abstract and criminal search. 
• Eligibility to receive a FAST card.
• Eligibility to cross the border with US.
• Familiarity with satellite systems.
• Excellent communication skills, work ethic and reliability. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. using the proper equipment.
• Safety conscious. 
• Must have flexibility to work various shifts: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At Midland, we’re not just moving freight — we’re building the next generation of transportation. We’ve been one of the most trusted carriers in Canada and the United States for over 55 years. We are driven by superior quality service, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. We’re investing in technology to deliver measurable customer-focused solutions, and we’re also committed to sustainability and growth.

Joining Midland means becoming part of a dynamic company that values safety, continuous improvement, and results. Our employees are the driving force behind our success, and we’re proud to foster a workplace where talent thrives, ideas are valued, and careers are built for the long haul. Whether on the road or in a service centre or office, every Midland employee helps build lasting relationships with our customers. We’re looking for motivated and skilled people who want to contribute to our high-performing team and be part of a business that is growing, evolving, and setting the standard in transportation and logistics.

Let’s drive success together.