DZ Driver
Company
TJL Construction Ltd
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$28–$34 an hour
Posted
6 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
TJL Construction is a an infrastructure construction company focusing on sidewalk, road, sewer/watermain construction in Ottawa. We work mainly within the city with some work in smaller municipalities surrounding Ottawa. The position starts May 11th or as soon as your current commitments allow.
We are hiring AZ / DZ Truck Drivers to deliver materials and / or float equipment to and from job sites within the greater Ottawa area.
Must have:
• Valid Ontario Class AZ or DZ License Drivers License
• Clean Driver's Abstract
• Minimum of 3 years experience driving dump truck
• Experience in the Civil Construction Industry is a strong asset
• Floating experience is an asset
If you are tired of just being another driver at a large company and want an employer who values you, cares about you and respects you then please apply!
• Benefits and RRSP matching offered after trial period
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: $28.00-$34.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• RRSP match
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
We are hiring AZ / DZ Truck Drivers to deliver materials and / or float equipment to and from job sites within the greater Ottawa area.
Must have:
• Valid Ontario Class AZ or DZ License Drivers License
• Clean Driver's Abstract
• Minimum of 3 years experience driving dump truck
• Experience in the Civil Construction Industry is a strong asset
• Floating experience is an asset
If you are tired of just being another driver at a large company and want an employer who values you, cares about you and respects you then please apply!
• Benefits and RRSP matching offered after trial period
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: $28.00-$34.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• RRSP match
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
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.
