Class 5 Delivery Driver (Driver in Training) at Gordon Food Service - Canada

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Position: Class 5 Delivery Driver (Driver in Training) - Delta

Schedule: 4 x 10 | Floater | 3:30 AM - 6:00 AM starts

What We Offer

• Starting hourly rate of $28.70
• Performance incentives available after 3 months
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
• FULL flex benefits program
• Steel toe boot reimbursement
• Company matching RRSP
• Profit Sharing
• 125 year, family-owned and operated company history
• Pay for performance incentive program after 3 months
• Local routes --> guaranteed to be home every day!
• Family culture and advancement opportunities
  
  

Position Overview

The Class 5 Delivery Driver (Driver in Training) will work with the Transportation Training Specialist to learn all aspects and responsibilities of the role, including, but not limited to customer service, pre / post trip, safety and company policies, procedures and practices. In addition, the successful candidate will gain hands-on experience to become a Class 1 Delivery Service Representative. This person is expected to obtain it's Class 1 Learner license within 3 months of hire and go through MELT program (at the cost of GFS) to become a Class 1 Local Delivery Driver in GFS.

Duties And Responsibilities

This position will provide opportunities to learn the correct offloading of product from the vehicle, recording of delivery information, accepting payment (no cash) for goods when required, and ensuring overall vehicle safety. Upon completion of the training program, the Class 5 Delivery Driver will be expected to operate the delivery vehicle in a safe manner at all times, obeying all rules of the road, and follow all appropriate company policies and procedures.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Ability to lift, load, push, pull and carry items up to 60 lbs
• Valid Class 5 license
• Ability to work independently as well as assist team members when necessary
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Safe operation of all equipment
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Professional demeanor and customer service focus
• Ability to excel in a fast paced, physically demanding position
• Be a team player and model the GFS Cornerstone Values
• Consistent on-time attendance
• Availability for weekends and statutory holidays.
  
  

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [email protected] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.