DZ / AZ Truck Driver (Ottawa – Local Work)

Ottawa, Canada
DZ / AZ Truck Driver (Ottawa – Local Work)
Company
JWK Utilities & Site Services Ltd.
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job type
Full-time
Salary
$30–$35 an hour
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job description
JWK Utilities & Site Services Ltd.

Ottawa, ON

Pay: $30.00–$35.00 per hour (based on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role JWK Utilities is hiring an experienced truck driver for local work in Ottawa and surrounding areas. Work is primarily within the construction/underground utilities sector. You will be operating a dump truck that is equipped with a crane and hook lift system.

Responsibilities
• Safe operation of company trucks
• Complete daily circle checks and inspection reports before use
• Perform routine maintenance and keep equipment in good condition
• Report any issues or required repairs to mechanic or supervisor
• Assist crews on-site when required

Requirements
• Valid DZ or AZ licence
• Minimum 3 years driving experience preferred
• Clean driver's abstract
• CSA-approved safety boots
• Reliable and able to work in a team environment

What We Offer
• Local work – home daily
• Year-round employment
• RRSP program
• Health Spending Account

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs in Canada

Q
What is the federal minimum wage for commercial truck drivers in Canada in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, the federal minimum wage for federally regulated commercial truck drivers is $18.65 per hour effective January 1, 2026. This applies to interprovincial drivers and includes overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate after 8 hours per day. Provincially regulated drivers follow their province's rates, such as $17.20 per hour in Ontario.
Source: Government of Canada - Federal Labour Standards
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What is the typical hourly wage range for transport truck drivers in Canada in 2026?
According to Job Bank Canada, transport truck drivers (NOC 73300) earn low wages of $20.00 per hour, median $25.00 per hour, and high wages of $35.00 per hour as of 2026 data. Wages vary by province, with higher rates in Alberta at median $27.50 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $20.00 per hour after obtaining a Class 1 license.
Source: Job Bank Canada
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What work permit do foreign nationals need for driver jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, foreign drivers require a Temporary Foreign Worker Program work permit, which needs a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from ESDC costing $1,000 per position as of 2026. Processing time is 10-20 weeks for LMIA-exempt roles like intra-company transfers. Drivers must have a valid commercial license equivalent to Canadian Class 1.
Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
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What eligibility criteria and licenses are required for truck driver jobs in Canada?
Transport Canada requires a provincial Class 1 or AZ commercial driver's license, a clean driving abstract, and passing a vision test for truck drivers. Minimum age is 19 years with at least 1 year of relevant driving experience. Air brake endorsement (Z) is mandatory for vehicles over 11,000 kg GVWR.
Source: Transport Canada