Armour Transportation Systems is an award-winning, world-class transportation and logistics company. We are a Platinum member of Canada's Best Managed Companies and a Top Fleet Employer.

Founded in the early 1930s, Armour Transportation Systems has grown to be one of the largest trucking carriers in Canada, with 26 terminals, 4,000 pieces of equipment, nine maintenance facilities, over 750,000 square feet of warehouse space, and more than 2,000 team members.

Our vision is to be the dominant gateway between Atlantic Canada and the world, realizing profitable growth through leading transportation and logistics solutions, global partnerships, exceptional employees, and strategic acquisitions.

Armour Transportation is looking for a Driver Trainer based out of our Dartmouth, NS location.  

Reporting directly to the Safety Manager, this role plays a key part in evaluating, training, and developing one of our most valuable resources—our drivers.

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (with some non-standard assignments as required)

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct skills evaluations for all new driver hires to ensure high standards of safety and performance.
• Coordinate, administer, and deliver assigned training programs, including TDG, LCV, Forklift, WHMIS, CPPI, and HOS certifications.
• Review applicants' safety records and suitability when required.
• Monitor compliance with Federal and Provincial transportation regulations, identifying issues and creating action plans for resolution.
• Investigate OTR (Over-the-Road) accidents, conduct root cause analyses, and assess skills gaps to recommend corrective actions.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualifications:
• Valid Class 1 License with air brakes.
• Proven expertise in professional driving evaluation, education, and promotion.
• In-depth knowledge of Federal and Provincial transportation regulations.
• Experience with the implementation and use of electronic logging devices (ELDs).
• Key Skills:
• Strong time management and organizational abilities to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• A talent for coaching and mentoring drivers to enhance performance.
• Bilingualism (French and English) is considered a strong asset.

Why Join Armour?

At Armour Transportation Systems, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety and professional growth. As a Driver Trainer, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the success and development of our drivers while ensuring compliance and excellence in all operations.

If you’re passionate about safety, skilled in driver education, and ready to contribute to a leading transportation company, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now to join our team and drive your career forward!

Employment Equity

Armour Transportation Systems is committed to the principles of employment equity. The purpose of employment equity is to ensure that no person is denied employment opportunities or benefits for reasons unrelated to ability.

Armour Transportation Systems welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, African Canadians and other racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, and women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your expression of interest for this position.

For candidates who require accommodation for disabilities through the application and hiring process, please contact us at hiring@armour.ca or 506-857-0205 to access support.

Armour Transportation Systems has adopted Good Manufacturing Practices and a Quality Management Program to guide and improve our daily operations. All employees will be trained on these programs through our online training platform.