Class 1 / AZ Fuel Transport Driver

Class 1 / AZ Fuel Transport Driver


Company
United Petroleum Transport Ltd.
Location
Montreal, Quebec
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$33–$36 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Glassdoor

Job Description
United Petroleum Transport Ltd. is hiring a full-time Class 1/AZ Fuel Transport Driver in Montreal, QC. Full-time Class 1/AZ driver operating bulk petroleum tankers across the Eastern Canada corridor on a continental schedule.

Pay: $33.00 - $36.00 per hour

Plus shift premiums, safety bonuses, and sign-on bonuses for qualified candidates.

About UPT

United Petroleum Transport Ltd. is a bulk petroleum carrier serving customers across Canada and the United States. We are looking for safety-focused, professional Class 1/AZ drivers to join our growing team.

Position Details
• Location: Montreal, QC
• Shift: Day & Night, Continental
• Openings: 2
• Employment type: Full-time, permanent

What You Will Do
• Safely operate Class 1/AZ tractor-trailer equipment transporting bulk petroleum products
• Perform accurate product loading, in-transit checks, and customer-site deliveries
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections in accordance with regulatory standards
• Maintain electronic logs, trip documents, and proof-of-delivery records
• Communicate professionally with dispatch, customers, and shop personnel
• Follow all UPT safety policies, TDG regulations, and site-specific procedures

What You Bring
• Valid Class 1 / AZ driver’s license in good standing
• Minimum 1 year of relevant and verifiable fuel transportation experience
• Clean driver’s abstract and CVOR (as applicable)
• TDG and WHMIS certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start)
• Commitment to safety, punctuality, and professional customer service

Compensation and Benefits
• Hourly rate range of $33 to $36 per hour based on experience and credentials
• Shift and route premiums where applicable
• Safety bonuses for clean operational performance
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage
• Sign-on bonuses available for carded drivers or candidates with extensive tanker experience

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $33.00-$36.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Paid vacation
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Experience:
• Fuel Transportation: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:
• Class 1 / AZ driver’s license (required)

Location:
• Montréal, QC (required)

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs

Q What is the federal minimum wage for interprovincial truck driver jobs in Canada as of 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the minimum wage for drivers in federally regulated sectors is $18.50 per hour effective January 1 2026. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the rate applies after 8 hours daily or 40 hours weekly under the Canada Labour Code. This rate covers interprovincial trucking operations across provinces.
Q How many hours can a commercial driver legally work per week in Canada before mandatory rest in 2026?
As per Transport Canada, commercial drivers may work a maximum of 70 hours in any 7 consecutive days under the Commercial Vehicle Drivers Hours of Service Regulations. Drivers must take 10 hours of off-duty time including 8 consecutive hours in a sleeper berth or rest facility. Electronic logging devices must record all cycles starting April 2026.
Q What Class of licence and medical certificate are required to apply for long-haul driver jobs in Canada?
As per provincial ministries of transportation, applicants need a valid Class 1 licence with air brake endorsement and a current medical certificate renewed every 5 years for drivers under age 65. A clean driving abstract from the last 3 years and completion of the mandatory entry-level training program are also required before hiring.
Q Which documents are needed to apply for a work permit as a foreign truck driver in Canada for 2026?
As per Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada, foreign drivers require a valid job offer from a Canadian employer, an LMIA or exemption proof, a valid Class 1 licence from their home country, and a medical exam completed within the last 12 months. Applications must be submitted online with proof of ties to the home country by December 2026 deadlines.
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