Driver - Jobs in Vancouver, BC

Job Description

The Driver provides pick-up and delivery services to donors, clients & customers by exercising safe and careful driving and material handling procedures.DAYS/HOURS:

• Monday – Friday. Monday only starts time 4:30 am.
• Tuesday to Friday start time 6:30 AM - Minimum 31.25 hours per week up to full time 37.5 hours per week

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures overall compliance with all safety procedures by implementing and monitoring Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Organize donations
• Monitor garbage area and laneway
• Ensures safe and careful handling of all pick-ups, deliveries, donations, kettle & other funds while protecting property, including donations & vehicles
• Performs circle check of vehicles and maintains truck log book
• Takes responsibility for daily and overall safety, operation of vehicle and records accordingly
• Interacts with customers and donors in a courteous and professional manner
• Loads and unloads goods at warehouses, destinations and other storage facilities
• Maintains knowledge of legislative and company policies such as Health & Safety Regulations, provincial and municipal highway traffic acts
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• NOTE: For some jobs, you may be required to provide validated educational documentation.

Education/Certifications:

• The successful job applicant will have completed High School, plus specialized courses of up to six (6) months.
• Must have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and a satisfactory ICBC Driver’s Abstract
• Current certification in First Aid/CPR (or willing to be trained)
• Criminal Record Review Program clearance

Experience:

• MANDATORY: One year’s experience driving commercial vehicles - 1-ton to 5-ton box units.

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Willingness to adhere to the Mission and values of the Harbour Light Corrections Department and of The Salvation Army.
• Ability to work with individuals with diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Be available as a relief Van Driver when required
• Must be agile and be able to sit for long periods of time
• Must be highly aware of safety awareness and procedures involving commercial vehicles
• Forklift license preferred or willing to obtain one
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with a non-judgemental attitude, as well as possess and exercise good interpersonal relationship skills by displaying tact, courtesy and patience with residents, staff, visitors and volunteers.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills, effective listening skills, and organizational skills

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and document creation
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and a variety of demands in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible, self-motivated, adaptable

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

• A valid Class 5 (or higher) BC Driver’s License and a clean driver’s abstract
• Criminal Record Review Program clearance
• Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.PublishedSeptember 12, 2022LocationVancouverJob TypeFull-timeCompetition #22-055Ministry Unit/Dept:Vancouver Harbour LightSalary Range:$22.76/hr probationary and $23.51/hr post probationaryAddress:119 East Cordova Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1K8Posting Expires:Open until filledApplications Accepted By:Attention: George Richards. E-mail: hr@harbourlightbc.comQuick Apply

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