Hot Shot Driver
Company
Interstate Batteries
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via ZipRecruiter
Job Description
Our mission is to be a trusted workplace for team members to be their whole selves at work. A company that people love and positively impacts the lives of all whom we touch.
be your best self
At Interstate Batteries, you have the chance to be excellent at work and excellent at life. We know that professional success depends on personal wellbeing. That's why we want to enrich your life with the tools and services you need to succeed in every area of your life. Join us!
Purpose of Job:
Deliver batteries to dealers when requested. Provide a well -stocked and organized warehouse and assist Route Managers.
Job Components:
• Run the Hot Shots and assigned routes on a timely basis as needed
• Load and unload batteries
• Restock batteries
• Charge, clean, date and rewrap rotations
• Charge, test, clean, and date adjustment batteries
• Accurately complete reports and claims
Qualifications:
• Must have a clean driving record
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and fork lift.
• Must have current, valid state driver's license.
• Ability to read, write, and do simple math.
Scope Data:
• Works under regular supervision and guidance
Work Environment:
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a repetitive basis
• Must be able to drive a fork lift
• Must wear steel toe shoes when handling batteries
• Must wear protective gloves when handling spent batteries
• Warehouse environment, may be exposed to temperature extremes and battery acid
Note: We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.
Interstate Batteries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Interstate Batteries complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Interstate Batteries expressly prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental and physical), marital status, military status, veteran status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal law.
be your best self
At Interstate Batteries, you have the chance to be excellent at work and excellent at life. We know that professional success depends on personal wellbeing. That's why we want to enrich your life with the tools and services you need to succeed in every area of your life. Join us!
Purpose of Job:
Deliver batteries to dealers when requested. Provide a well -stocked and organized warehouse and assist Route Managers.
Job Components:
• Run the Hot Shots and assigned routes on a timely basis as needed
• Load and unload batteries
• Restock batteries
• Charge, clean, date and rewrap rotations
• Charge, test, clean, and date adjustment batteries
• Accurately complete reports and claims
Qualifications:
• Must have a clean driving record
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and fork lift.
• Must have current, valid state driver's license.
• Ability to read, write, and do simple math.
Scope Data:
• Works under regular supervision and guidance
Work Environment:
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a repetitive basis
• Must be able to drive a fork lift
• Must wear steel toe shoes when handling batteries
• Must wear protective gloves when handling spent batteries
• Warehouse environment, may be exposed to temperature extremes and battery acid
Note: We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.
Interstate Batteries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Interstate Batteries complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Interstate Batteries expressly prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental and physical), marital status, military status, veteran status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal law.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
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.
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.
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.
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.
