Driver (Material Handler)

Canadian Blood Services • Edmonton, AB

4d • CA$20 • Onsite

About The Position

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular full-time Drivers (Material Handler) to join our dynamic Logistics team in Edmonton. The Logistics team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by utilizing best practices to ensure the safe transportation of personnel, donors, equipment, blood products and supplies. Our Drivers do more than drive. In this role, you will assist in setting up booths, tables, and other equipment to ensure mobile donor events are ready for use in addition to transporting people and products integral to Canada’s Lifeline.

Requirements

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Alberta Class 4 or 1-3 with knowledge test drivers license and a clean commercial drivers abstract from within the last 30 days.
• Minimum 24 months verifiable professional driving experience as a commercial vehicle driver, within the last 3 years.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new systems and programs.
• A willingness to learn procedures in a regulatory environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Nice To Haves

• A second language is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that blood and blood products are transported in accordance with safety measures and procedures and are kept at an appropriate temperature.
• Ensure the safety of employees, donors and/or volunteers travelling with you.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections to ensure equipment is in proper working order, and accurately complete all required documentation.
• Assist the collections team by greeting and helping donors book or rebook appointments as required.
• Assist with setting up systems and Wi-Fi connections for mobile events.
• Work with staff to carry and set up/dismantle equipment and supplies.
• Load and unload equipment and supplies at donor centre sites and upon return to centre.

Benefits

• Safe vehicles are provided with stringent maintenance schedules and inspections.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Premiums paid according to the collective agreement.
• Benefits.
• Pension.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, and professional resources.
• Variety in your job, including ongoing training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED