Delivery truck driver

Diabetes Canada in Dartmouth, NS is seeking a self-motivated Delivery truck driver. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join and begin duties immediately. Position status: Permanent employment - Part time. Required shifts: Overtime required, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Flexible hours.

Job Description

• The candidate must operate and drive automobiles, vans, and light trucks to pick up and deliver items and products.
• The candidate must demonstrate professionalism in customer service.
• The candidate must receive and relay information to central dispatch.
• The candidate must keep a record of items received and delivered.
• The candidate must load and unload goods efficiently.
• The candidate must follow directions and read maps.
• The candidate must use maps and other trip planning aids.
• The candidate must record trip information such as vehicle mileage, fuel costs, and any problems.
• The candidate must perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections and oversee all aspects of vehicle operation.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
• Relevant experience considered in lieu of education.
• The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• The candidate should be client-focused.
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate must be well-organized.
• The candidate must be reliable.
• The candidate must be a good team player.
• The candidate must be dependable.
• The candidate must show initiative.
• The candidate must be punctual.

Work Setting

• The candidate should work in a rural area; most people live or work on farms or ranches. Hamlets, villages, towns, and other small settlements are in or surrounded by rural areas.
• The candidate should work in an urban area with a high population density.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate must be able to meet tight deadlines.
• The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must undergo a criminal record check.
• The candidate must be bondable.
• The candidate must be able to pass a driving record check (abstract).

Benefits

• The candidate will receive a Bonus, which is money given to an employee in addition to their salary as a reward for good performance.
• The candidate will receive free parking; there is no additional charge for parking on the property.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

driverrecruitment@diabetes.ca

• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Do you have experience working in this field?