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

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