Class 1 Driver - Part Time

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Sunrise Farms is a group of companies with primary focus in the poultry industry. From our hatcheries to our “ready to eat” state of the art cooking facilities we service customers in the retail,

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Sunrise Farms is a group of companies with primary focus in the poultry industry.

From our hatcheries to our “ready to eat” state of the art cooking facilities we service customers in the retail, food service and industrial sectors. We are proud of our support of the Canadian farm as well as our investment in the latest equipment and technologies at our facilities across Canada. Our test kitchens have the most current cooking equipment replicating that used in commercial establishments, to facilitate precision testing. This way you know the product you receive will perform to your expectations. We are proud of our long-standing partnerships with family-owned Canadian chicken farmers to produce high quality products.

Sunrise Farms is seeking a Part-Time Class 1 Driver to transport live chickens from local farms to our processing facility in Lethbridge.

Most work is scheduled in the early morning hours, with pickups occurring within approximately a 2-hour radius of Lethbridge. The position is ideal for drivers seeking 1 to 3 days of work per week while maintaining other employment or personal commitments.

Drivers interested in a long-term career with Sunrise Farms may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position based on performance, reliability, availability, and demonstrated commitment to the operation.

Requirements

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The successful candidate must comply with all provincial and federal Hours of Service (HOS) regulations. Drivers must be able to legally perform the work assignment without exceeding:

Maximum 14 hours on-duty in a day
Maximum 70 hours on-duty in a 7-day cycle (or applicable cycle limits)
All required off-duty and rest periods

Applicants currently employed by another carrier are responsible for ensuring they remain compliant with all applicable HOS regulations.

Transport live chickens safely from farm locations to processing facilities

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections

Maintain accurate driver logs and required documentation

Follow animal welfare, biosecurity, and company procedures

Ensure safe operation of equipment at all times

Deliver loads safely and on schedule

Report any equipment, safety, or operational concerns promptly

Minimum 3 years holding a valid Class 1 driver's licence

Air Brake (Q) endorsement

Clean Commercial Driver's Abstract dated within the past 30 days

Minimum 3 years of commercial driving experience with references

Experience completing Provincial/Federal Driver Logs

Strong understanding of Hours of Service regulations

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong commitment to safety and animal welfare

Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Livestock transportation experience considered an asset

Mechanical or heavy-duty repair experience considered an asset

No cross-border travel required

Pay-per-load compensation

Flexible part-time scheduling

Consistent local work within Southern Alberta

Opportunity to earn additional income while maintaining other employment

Potential pathway to full-time employment for committed and dependable drivers

Modern and well-maintained equipment

A safety-focused work environment

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At Sunrise Farms we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Please note that the expected new hire salary range provided is derived from a group of like roles within Sunrise Farms. The final offer amount for this role will be dependent on geographical region, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.