Job ID #32108: Delivery Clerk PT

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

• Job ID #32108: Delivery Clerk PT


• Union: CUPE Local 5167


• Job Description ID #: 488


• Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on July 22, 2026.


• Duration:  Up to 12 months


• Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy.


• Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
  

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to the Supervisor, Vaccine Program, the delivery clerk is responsible for providing safe, timely and efficient courier, mail, and logistics services in support of Public Health operations. The position transports vaccines, laboratory specimens, medical supplies, equipment, confidential records and other program materials to and from Public Health clinics, healthcare providers, laboratories and city facilities. The delivery clerk performs inventory support functions, assists with loading and unloading materials, operates and maintains courier vehicles and mail equipment, and ensures all activities are carried out in accordance with applicable legalisation, organizational policies, cold chain requirements and health and safety standards.  

GENERAL DUTIES

Operating a commercial vehicle to provide courier services, including the pick-up and delivery of mail, vaccines, laboratory specimens, medical supplies, equipment and program materials between Public Health facilities, healthcare providers, laboratories, Canada Post and other city locations.

Postmark all outgoing mail for Canada Post with the correct amount of postage for mailing in Canada, USA, Registered and International mail.

Operate and maintain postage machine; replenish postage in postage machine; maintain a daily log of postage costs for monthly distribution to program areas.

Transport laboratory specimens to municipal and provincial laboratories in accordance with established handling, transportation and chain of custody procedures.  

Safely collect, handle and transport vaccines, sharps and other biomedical materials in accordance with applicable legislation, Public Health standards and organization procedures, including cold chain requirements.

Service community sharps disposal kiosks by collecting, transporting and replacing sharps containers in accordance with applicable legislation, infection prevention and control practices and organizational procedures.

Collect and transport confidential papers and files in accordance with city policy and procedures.

Deliver equipment, supplies, educational materials, displays/presentation boards as requested.

Load, unload, transport, store and distribute supplies and equipment. Assist with inventory management activities, including stock replenishment, inventory counts and the movement of materials between storage locations.

Perform daily vehicle inspections (circle checks), identify maintenance or safety concerns, maintain vehicle cleanliness and promptly report defects, collisions or incidents to the supervisor.

Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Previous experience in a mail room and as a courier in relation to duties listed above, normally acquired through a combination of education or related work experience.


2. Have the ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions for the operation of simple equipment or the completion of routine office functions such as filing; write and convey messages.


3. Must possess Class "G" Drivers' License valid in the Province of Ontario.


4. Must provide a clean driving record certificate.


5. Must be physically fit and physically capable of lifting heavy items.


6. Must have a pleasant, courteous manner and relate well to others.

NOTE: The successful candidate will be required to provide immunization records, which may include TB testing prior to the start of employment to meet the requirements of Policy HSW-01 Staff Proof of Immunity to Vaccine Preventable Diseases.

Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Terms:

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship.  If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.