Permanent recruitment — Class 5 delivery driver
You hire directly, on your own payroll. We find, check and present the candidates.
Sector : Transportation · NOC 2021 75201
The job
A class 5 delivery driver delivers parcels, parts or goods with a van or small truck that can be driven on a regular licence. They often make many stops a day, deal directly with your customers and must be reliable on schedule.
Main tasks
- Load the vehicle in route order
- Make deliveries and pickups, get proofs signed or scanned
- Use the delivery app or handheld
- Collect or check cash-on-delivery payments if your process requires it
- Do the basic vehicle check and report problems
- Represent the company courteously
The profile that succeeds
The delivery driver who stays a long time is organised, punctual and comfortable with customers. They prepare the vehicle the day before when possible, keep the delivery app up to date and call ahead when the customer requires it. They handle parcels as if they were their own and report any damage right away, which avoids disputes later.
Before you give us the mandate
- State the vehicle type and the approximate number of stops per day
- Say whether the driver handles cash or regulated products
- Describe the schedule and where routes start
Usual requirements
A valid class 5 licence issued by the SAAQ and a driving record acceptable to your insurer are required. Knowledge of the area served and good physical condition are assets.
Training and certifications (official sources)
- SAAQ — Licence classes (French page)
- SAAQ — Check a licence's validity (French page)
- SAAQ — Obtain a driving record (candidate's own step; French page)
- Inforoute FPT — Québec vocational and technical training programs
Wage in Québec and fee
| Hourly rate | Base annual salary (40 h) | Rate | Fee per hire | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | $16.60 | $34,528 | 15% | $5,179 |
| Median | $19.00 | $39,520 | 15% | $5,928 |
| High | $28.37 | $59,010 | 17% | $10,032 |
Wage source : Job Bank, NOC 75201, reference title « delivery driver », wages updated 2025-11-19, period 2023-2024, Labour Force Survey, read on 2026-10-30. Fees calculated with the Barème Enterpoint v1, before supplements.
Math at the median wage: $19.00 × 40 h × 52 weeks = $39,520. The hourly rate is not above 25 $/h: base rate of 15%. $39,520 × 15% = $5,928 (minimum $2,500 per hire).
Wages by region (Job Bank)
| Region | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montréal | $16.60 | $20.00 | $30.00 |
| Laval | $16.60 | $20.90 | $28.00 |
| Montérégie | $16.60 | $19.00 | $28.37 |
| Capitale-Nationale | $16.60 | $20.00 | $29.35 |
Other figures: same source and period as the provincial table. Same source page.
What we check
We check licence validity with the SAAQ's public tool, delivery experience (number of stops, type of goods), punctuality with references and, with written consent, the driving record the candidate obtains themselves.
Timeline: depending on the role, usually a few weeks.
How we work
- You sign the agreement online and complete the Job Order (role, wage, shifts, requirements).
- We search and shortlist, then check experience, required certifications and references with consent.
- We present the shortlisted candidates with a written summary; you run your interviews and tests.
- You hire directly. Our fee is only due if you hire, and the 90-day guarantee starts on the start date.
Interview tips for the employer
- Ask how they organise a 30-stop route
- Ask what they do when the customer is absent or the address can't be found
- Check punctuality with references: it is the key factor in this job
Frequently asked questions
Does the delivery driver use their own vehicle?
Not in our mandates: we recruit permanent employees who drive the employer's vehicle.
The median wage is under 25 $/h: which rate applies?
The base rate of 15% of annual salary, with a minimum of $2,500 per hire.
Do you recruit for the holiday season only?
No. We don't do temporary placement; permanent hires only.
Is English required?
Only if your customers require it; state it in the Job Order.
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Our terms
From 15% of base annual salary. +1 point per 2 $/h band above 25 $/h. Nothing to pay unless you hire. No fees for candidates.
90-day replacement guarantee (180 days with the supplement). If no replacement is presented within 10 business days, a 50% credit. Payment by direct deposit only, within 15 days of the start date.