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Yard Driver
@ Salit Steel
Welland, Ontario
Overview
Salit Steel is hiring a Yard Driver at its Welland location to safely move trailers, steel and materials around an outdoor industrial yard. The role rotates across day, afternoon and night shifts, with a guaranteed 40 hours per week and up to 60 based on operations. Ontario Class AZ with Z air brake endorsement and a valid CVOR are required.
Responsibilities:
- Operate yard trucks, straight trucks and articulated vehicles to move trailers and steel
- Load, unload, tarp and secure materials
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and driver logs
- Maintain vehicles, equipment and work areas
Requirements summary:
- Valid Ontario Class AZ licence with Z air brake endorsement
- Valid CVOR and satisfactory driving record
- Air Brake Adjustment Certificate where required
- Previous commercial driving or yard experience preferred
- Steel or manufacturing experience an asset
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-29
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-13
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-13
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day, evening, overtime, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Class AZ, Z (Air Brake) endorsement, CVOR, Air Brake Adjustment Certificate |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record, driving record, drug and alcohol |
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Salit Steel
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Salit Steel is made up of an integrated network of companies that deliver steel solutions in North America.
Full company description
Salit Steel is an integrated network of companies and partners that deliver steel solutions in North America. Now in our fifth generation, we have been family-owned and operated since 1905. We are passionate about building strong relationships with our customers, suppliers and industry partners by delivering outstanding service and value. With operations in Ontario, Quebec, Western Canada and the US, we operate steel service centres and provide reinforcing products including stock and fabricated rebar. We also offer specialty products including assembled rebar, stainless steel rebar and mechanical tube. Visit our website at www.salitsteel.com
- LinkedIn followers
- 4,806
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 352
- Reported office locations
- 7771 Stanley Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6V6, CA
- Business categories
- Building Material
- Warehousing
- Customer Service
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Salit Steel
- Specialties
- Structural Steel Service Centre
- Reinforcing Steel Fabricator (Black
- Stainless
- Epoxy)
- Reinforcing Steel Detailing
- Reinforcing Steel Placing
- Stainless Reinforcing Steel Supplier
- and GFRP Supplier
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Salit Steel is an integrated network of companies and partners that deliver steel solutions in North America. Now in our fifth generation, we have been family-owned and operated since 1905. We are passionate about building strong relationships with our customers, suppliers and industry partners by delivering outstanding service and value. With operations in Ontario, Quebec, Western Canada and the US, we operate…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Wholesale Building Materials |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Niagara Falls, ON |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1905 |
| Specialties | Structural Steel Service CentreReinforcing Steel Fabricator (BlackStainlessEpoxy)Reinforcing Steel DetailingReinforcing Steel PlacingStainless Reinforcing Steel Supplierand GFRP Supplier |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 15 |
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YARD DRIVER
POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Yard Driver to join our Logistics team at our Welland location (90 Centre St, Welland, ON L3B 0R2).
The Yard Driver will safely operate company vehicles, move trailers and materials within the yard, and support Logistics and Production operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Safely operate yard trucks, straight trucks, and articulated vehicles to move trailers, steel, and other materials.
• Move and position trailers safely within the yard.
• Load, unload, tarp, and secure materials as required.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report any vehicle or equipment issues.
• Inspect tires, lights, brakes, and other safety components.
• Complete driver logs, inspection reports, and other required documentation.
• Follow company safety policies, procedures, and applicable transportation regulations.
• Maintain vehicles, equipment, and work areas in a safe and clean condition.
• Support Logistics and Production with other duties as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS & SHIFT SCHEDULE
• Primarily work outdoors in an industrial yard environment.
• Must be able to work in hot, cold, and changing weather conditions.
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week, with the potential to work up to 60 hours per week based on operational requirements and business needs.
• Following training, Yard Drivers rotate between day, afternoon, and night shifts.
Day Shift: Start times range from 3:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Afternoon Shift: Start time is 2:30 p.m.
Night Shift: Start time is 10:30 p.m.
• Shifts may range from 8 to 14 hours depending on operational requirements.
• Must be available to work all shifts as part of the rotation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb in and out of trucks and trailers.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work outdoors for extended periods.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
• Valid Ontario Class AZ Driver’s License with Z (Air Brake) endorsement.
• Valid CVOR and satisfactory driving record.
• Air Brake Adjustment Certificate, where required.
• Previous commercial driving or yard experience preferred.
• Steel or manufacturing experience is considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of safe driving practices.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Employment is conditional upon successfully completing applicable pre-employment requirements, which may include:
• Criminal record check
• Driver’s abstract check
• Physical assessment
• Drug test
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & ACCOMMODATION
Salit Steel is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
Please advise us if you require accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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