Linehaul Driver Float

Purolator•Edmonton, AB

9d•Onsite

About The Position

As Canada’s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, Purolator has been helping promises get where they need to be for more than 60 years. 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. 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.

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
Class 1 driver’s license with a clean driving record
3 years of Class 1 driving experience
GPS Tracking
Proficiency in English is required for this position due to the frequent communications that must be conducted in English with various stakeholders. This requirement is justified by the nature of the responsibilities and operational needs.

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)