 | “I started working at Linamar Ariss 33 years ago when it was just one plant and one truck. Over the years there have been a lot of changes, now 25 plants in Guelph and our own transportation division, and still growing. It has been a good place to work as a driver.” James Wissler, Short Distance Truck Driver |
 | “I am Walter Pellizzari and I have just completed 24 years of service in the Transportation Division. It is my responsibility to safety and effectively transport goods in Ontario in a timely, safe and efficient manner.
I have had the unique opportunity to climb out of my truck too! There was a 2.5 year period when I was unable to drive and Linamar assisted me during a difficult rehabilitation by exposing me to the “other side” of the Transportation Division. As a driver recruiter I found immense job satisfaction and developed an appreciation of the “bigger picture”. Regardless of the challenges we all face, I still enjoy climbing into my truck each morning, enjoy the independence of being a truck driver while still being a member of a terrific team!” Walter Pellizzari, Short Distance Truck Driver |
 | “My life at Linamar started in 1987, 4 months after Linamar Transportation was formed. I have spent my entire Linamar life with Transportation. In the early days we had 2 office staff and 4 company drivers. My duties entailed everything from AR, AP, payroll, dispatch (local) and reception. Over the years, as transportation grew, so did the office staff. After 11 years my duties focused more on the Accounting and Payroll functions. I have seen many changes over the last 22 years, but most importantly have made many friends. Linamar will continue to change and I hope to continue to be a part of those changes. I wouldn’t want to work anywhere else.” Lori Chatten, Senior Accounting Clerk |
 | “I have been trucking for 29 years and have spent the last 7 with Linamar. I have worked both local and highway with Linamar. Linamar has great lanes to and from the Midwestern states. All Linamar’s freight is no touch. We have great equipment that is very well maintained. We also have a great team of helpful drivers and dispatchers that are ready to help out in any way.” Tony Kurtz, Short Distance Truck Driver |
 | “I started with Linamar in July of 1989 as a driver. At that time our fleet consisted of 4 straight trucks, 1 day cab and 5 tractors. I have held many positions over the years including highway driver, shunt driver, dispatcher, dispatch supervisor, customer service supervisor, logistics manager and now, 20 years later, Safety and Compliance Manager. I have helped this company grow and I’m very proud of that.” Alex Sergejew, S&C Manager |
 | “I’ve been with Linamar since 1996. Before that, I had trucked for myself and others since 1976. My time with Linamar has been very rewarding. The company is family oriented, and driver friendly. The management’s positive attitude and open door policy has helped me personally and professionally on many occasions. Throughout my career I haven’t worked for every company, but I haven’t worked for a better company. Their commitment to the drivers is far above average in my opinion. I hope to work for Linamar until my retirement.” Larry Weber, Long Distance Truck Driver |
 | Earl has been a part of Linamar Transportation for 17 years. During this time he has seen the fleet mature from a total of 12 power units (5 in the local fleet and 7 in the Highway fleet) to its current size of 98 power units. The addition of Linamar’s Customer Service department in the mid ‘90’s was a vital component to the overall success of Linamar Transportation as we know it today. More importantly, the Customer Service mindset throughout our company, from Drivers through to the Administrative, Customs and Operations groups has lead to the success of our organization.
"But more significant than the number of power units we have added over the years to accommodate our Customers demands and grow our business is the growth and development of the front-line individuals that continually drive the day to day operations. Several people in our family have started their tenure with Linamar as Drivers and have progressed through the ranks to become Safety & Compliance Managers, Sales Managers, Dispatchers, Driver Supervisors and Customer Service Reps. This is the one accomplishment that I am most proud of. " Earl Hayward, Operations Manager |