Truck Driver, AZ, Expedite

Truck Driver, AZ, Expedite


Company
Diesel Maxx Inc.
Location
Mississauga, ON
Job Type
Full-time and Part-time
Salary
$108K–$172K a year
Posted
21 hours ago
Via
via Glassdoor

Job Description
About the Role

Are you a professional driver who thrives on the fast-paced nature of expedite freight? Our Mississauga terminal is looking for AZ drivers to handle time-sensitive, cross-border runs between Ontario and the US Midwest/Eastern Seaboard. We don’t do "slow"—we provide the premium service our customers rely on, and we pay our drivers accordingly.

The Compensation & Perks
• Earnings: Potential to earn $85,000 – $110,000+ per year.
• Direct Deposit: Payroll is done bi-weekly and direct deposit for company and contact drivers.
• Premium Pay: Extra cents-per-mile for expedite loads and layover pay.
• The Gear: Late-model (2024–2026) Cascadia or VNL860 tractors equipped with APUs, refrigerators, and high-wattage inverters.
• Benefits: Ask about your coverage during hiring process. We ensure you are and you're family is protected, so you can drive with piece of mind.

Your Responsibilities
• Safely operate AZ tractor-trailers across the Canada-US border (primarily MI, OH, IL, TX, and PA).
• Ensure on-time delivery for high-priority, expedite shipments.
• Manage digital e-Manifests (ACE/ACI) and border documentation with precision.
• Maintain electronic logs (ELD) in strict compliance with HOS regulations.
• Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safety at all times.

What You Bring to the Table
• License: Valid Ontario AZ Driver’s License.
• Experience: Minimum 2+ years of verifiable AZ driving experience (Cross-border experience preferred).
• Border Ready: Valid Passport and FAST Card (or the ability to obtain one).
• Clean Record: Must provide a recent (within 30 days) Driver’s Abstract and CVOR with no major violations.
• Professionalism: A "customer-first" attitude and the ability to stay calm under tight deadlines.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $108,000.00-$172,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 37 – 100 per week

Benefits:
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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