Linehaul Driver P&D Float 377

Linehaul Driver Float - Calgary South

Since its establishment in 1960, Purolator has become Canada’s leading integrated freight, package and logistics solutions provider. Our team operates under a strong set of corporate values that guide us in all we do for our employees. Purolator is an employer committed to offering our employees rewarding work with opportunities for collaboration and career development. We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes a Competitive Salary, Comprehensive Benefits Package and Pension Plan, an Employee Family Assistance Program, Employee Shared Ownership Program and Employee Discounts.

We believe that developing a winning team of employees is critical to achieving our vision of making Canada stronger by delivering our customers’ promises. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a national organization that plays a meaningful role in the lives of all Canadians.

Description

Job Details:

Location: Calgary South Depot - 170 6575 68 Ave SE

Working Hours:45 Weekly hours

Scheduled Shift: Varies, dependent upon need (Float position)

Employment Contract: Permanent

Hourly Wage: Starting wage of $37.57 (as per collective agreement)

The Linehaul Driver, Pickup & Delivery drives to/from customer locations and safely operates company vehicles (e.g., tractor-trailers, 5-ton vehicles, shunt trucks, etc.) and material handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.) to pick up and deliver freight to/from customer locations and meet service level agreements.  Job requires working in shifts.

Responsibilities

Drive to/from customer locations and safely operates company vehicles (e.g., tractor-trailers, 5-ton vehicles, shunt trucks, etc.) and material handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.) to pick up and deliver freight to/from warehouse or package depot and/or customer locations and meet service level agreements. 

Resolve problems as they arise while on the road in collaboration with Dispatch

Pick up, deliver, and load/unload freight at customer locations

Scan freight upon pickup and delivery

Conduct vehicle inspections (tractor - 20-minute pre-trip, 15-minute post-trip; trailer – 15-minute pre-trip per trailer)

Requirements

• Valid Driver's License: Class 1


• Clean Driving Abstract (please upload a current driver's abstract with your resume)


• Must successfully pass road test(s)


• Must successfully pass Defensive Driving course


• Must successfully pass Courier Methods training course


• Ability to read maps; Good sense of geographical direction


• Must be able to handle LTL freight and skids


• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 70 lbs.


• Successfully complete a criminal record check and employment verification to qualify


• Obtain a clear Police Clearance Certificate when required

Experience

Class 1 driver’s license with a clean driving record

3 years of Class 1 driving experience

Skills