delivery driver Dartmouth
Job description
***Full – Time Temporary Contract position for 6 months - possibility of an extension***
Start time: 6:00AM to 4:00PM with 30 minute lunch
Working days: Monday to Friday
No Weekends or Holidays
What you will do:
- Drive a 3 Ton Truck (Refrigerated) to deliver and or pick up freights to assigned stops within surrounding areas of Truro and Glasgow areas
- Deliver freights in good condition and within scheduled time (approximately 25 to 40 deliveries/day)
- Use a handheld device to scan documents and freights
- Load and Unload freight in proper sequence with the use of a dolley/pallet jack as required
- Complete any necessary paperwork accurately
- Perform all safety checks, including pre-trip and post-trip inspection
- Report on all safety hazards and accidents
- Use a cellular phone to communicate with Dispatch, Lead Hand and Manager ie. Truck breakdowns, delivery concerns, answer calls, texts etc….
- Provide excellent customer service
- Build strong client relationships
- Adhere to safety and compliance regulations
- Additional duties as required
What you will get:
- $21.00/hr.
- Paid bi-weekly (Company payroll)
- Paid bi-weekly Direct deposit into your bank account
- Home daily; No long haul or US deliveries
- 5 days Paid Job Shadow Training with another Driver
- Uniform apparel provided
- Company fills truck onsite
What we require of you:
- High School Diploma
- Valid Class 5 License is a must
- Valid Class 3 Commercial Driver’s License is an asset
- Clean Commercial and Personal Driver’s Abstract
- Courier or LTL experience is an asset
- Minimum 1 year Commercial delivery driving experience
- Load and Unload freight in proper sequence with the use of a dolley/pallet jack as required
- Have physical stamina to perform duties in the job ie. lift up to 50lbs
- Excellent communication and problem solving skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy in paperwork
- Customer Focus – experience providing quality customer service
- Adaptable to change
- Experience working in a fast paced environment
- Experience working independently and with minimal supervision
- Ability to work on a team and being a team player
- Must be comfortable with using onboard or handheld computer devices
- Must have a safety and compliance mind set
ALL applicants will be subject to:
1. Road test
2. Criminal Background Check
3. Employment Reference Check (former employers)
Organization Overview:
WE ARE IN THE PEOPLE BUSINESS!
At ATS Healthcare, we are focused on delivering to Canadians products that are required for improved health and well-being. Whether shipping to a hospital, medical facility, pharmacy or residence, our temperature controlled transportation solutions ensure time-definite shipments are delivered into the right hands.
Located in all major metropolitan cities across Canada, the ATS Healthcare family includes over 450 family members that each play a critical role in our vision of building enduring relationships, by delivering integrated solutions with passion and innovation!
ATS Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer. We particularly welcome applications from women, members of a visible minority, persons with a disability and aboriginal persons. ATS Healthcare welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Thank you for your interest in applying, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract
Contract length: 6 months
Salary: $21.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- 3 Ton Truck Delivery Driving: 1 year (required)
- load and unload freight from the truck: 1 year (required)
- lift and carry freight from the truck: 1 year (required)
- high volume deliveries/day ie. up to 40: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
