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Sargent Farms was founded in 1943 in Milton, Ontario. What began as a small‑scale family farming operation gradually grew into a full‑scale poultry processing business that remains 100% Canadian family‑owned and operated. We are a contributing brand to the larger Sunrise Farms national organization.
Working at Sargent Farms means you are part of a legacy. We produce and process fresh chicken, raised on Ontario family farms, and distributed throughout the province. Our success relies on every team member’s commitment to workplace safety, quality of work, and team collaboration. You are part of a tradition of excellence. Every task we do contributes to our mission of delivering fresh, quality, trusted chicken to customers across Ontario.
We take pride in our process.
We are vertically integrated - meaning we own hatcheries to the farms to the processing facilities and final transportation. We offer fresh, delicious poultry products that cater to discerning consumer preferences while ensuring exceptional quality and safety.
We are a contributing brand to the larger Sunrise Farms national organization, with exciting plans for a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility being built in Woodstock, ON. As we build our team for future expansion, we are committed to fostering an environment where collaboration and teamwork thrive. Here, your ideas matter, and your voice is valued. We take pride in showing our care through meaningful actions and support.
Currently, the employer does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by members of the hiring team.
About the Role
This role is to fill an existing open vacancy.
We are seeking a dedicated DZ Delivery Driver to complement our distribution team for deliveries in the Toronto and surrounding GTA area will assist Sargent Farms to continue to broaden our product offerings and expand our business through innovative and flexible solutions designed to meet our customer’s needs.
Key Responsibilities of this position include:
- Must be competent to safely operate an automatic transmission AND 6 speed and 10 speed manual transmissions, Single/Tandem axle – 18’ to 26’ reefer box truck.
- Safely transport and deliver fresh product to customers.
- Maintain accurate documentation. Responsible for product inventory accuracy prior to departure and during deliveries.
The ideal candidate will have the following attributes and competencies:
- Must have valid Ontario DZ license as a minimum.
- Clean drivers abstract and CVOR (within 30 days).
- A minimum of four (4) years' experience with DZ license.
- Delivery experience with knowledge of GTA and surrounding region an asset.
- Dependable and punctual.
- Professional and presentable with excellent work ethics. Will act as an ambassador for Sargent Farms when dealing with public – friendly and courteous.
- Ability to fluently read, speak and write English.
- Clean criminal background. (Background check will be performed)
- Must perform standard safety pre-trip vehicle inspections as per M.T.O.
- Responsible to obey all Ontario Highway Traffic Code and Ministry of Transport laws,
- Work closely with logistics and sales representatives to provide superior customer support as a priority.
- Must be physically capable of repeatedly lifting cases weighing more than 50 lbs.
- 95% hand bombing deliveries while using a 2-wheeler dolly, trucks have ramps.
Tuesday to Saturday
7:00am daily start with varied finish times pending daily delivery schedules.
44 to 58 hours per week.
$28.35 per hour plus a weekly attendance bonus of $1.75 / hour. Over time after 44 hours.
Group health benefits and quarterly Safety Bonus, after 3 months.
Company RRSP matching program after 12 months of consecutive employment
Hiring Requirements:
- Excellent organizational and multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
- Fluency in English; communicating, reading, and writing.
- Adequate mathematical skill.
- Ability to exercise initiative and prioritize work to maximize efficiency.
- Must be flexible in shift finish times.
- Successful applicant selected will need to complete a road test prior to hire.
- Positive reference checks.
- All applicants are subject to a Criminal Background search.
Please submit your resume titled “DZ Delivery Driver” along with your driver abstract and tell us why you'd be a great fit!
Please ensure your resume and driver abstract is current.
* Be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions.
We appreciate your interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Sargent Farms is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
If contacted for an interview or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require any type of accommodation.
*PLEASE NO CONTACT FROM TEMP SERVICES OR RECRUITERS*.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $28.35 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
