Courier Driver

DHL Express; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Express is seeking a Casual Courier Driver in Halifax, NS. The role involves driving a van, delivering and picking up parcels, and supporting warehouse tasks, with on-call availability between 8:00am and 8:00pm.

The wage is 23.83 CAD per hour and will increase per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Minimum requirements include a High school diploma or equivalent, a valid Class 5 license, and strong customer service and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Proficient in MS Office and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Ability to drive a van and complete assigned deliveries/pick ups.
• Lift and carry parcels up to 70 lbs per piece throughout shift.
• Demonstrated ability to work with customers and meet deadlines.
• Work effectively in a team and under time pressure.
• Move freight within the warehouse area as required.
• Scan and process freight per procedures and security policies.
• Assist tracing department with checks for missorts and on-hands.
• Maintain a safe and cooperative work environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Excel

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Customer service experience

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalence

Tools

MS Office

Job description

What makes DHL great? Our People! We know every employee’s individual contributions make us the #1 Express Delivery and Logistics Company in the world.

DHL Express is committed to maintaining an environment that empowers every team member to make the greatest possible impact on our business. Our corporate culture is about personal commitment – to our business, to each other and to our global communities. DHL is dedicated to being a great place to work. In addition to competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy a range of programs, services and benefits that bring the best to their personal lives.

Casual Courier Driver

License: Class 5

Location: Halifax, NS

Position: Driver

Wage: $23.83/hour and will increase as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Shift: Availability is required for the role between 8:00am - 8:00pm on an on call basis.

MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to drive a van
• Ability to lift and carry parcels, up to and including 70 lbs per piece, throughout shift.
• Demonstrated ability to work with customers
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and on-time within tight time constraints.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Complete assigned deliveries and pick ups and/or other tasks assigned by supervisor
• Meet security requirements
• Other warehouse duties as assigned by the shift Supervisor.
• Scan and process freight as per agreed procedures and Security Policies
• Move freight within the warehouse area as per requirements
• Accurately sort & process, by deadlines, in-bound material.
• Assist Tracing Department with thorough warehouse checks for missorts, on-hands, etc.
• Perform accurate reporting
• Participate in the organization and clean-up of the warehouse area.
• Participate in maintaining a safe and co-operative work environment

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalence
• Broad general working knowledge of warehouse functions.
• Good knowledge of MS Office. Comfortable Excel User
• Valid Class 5 drivers license
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent ability to multi-task
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure
• Able to handle bulky, heavy, awkward shipments.
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Clean driving Record
• Shall be able to interact with customers over phone and at the Service
• Minimum one year warehouse / customer service experience (asset)
• Understanding of First Choice Programs and Global SOP (asset)

All applicants are required to pass interviews, a criminal and other background check in order to qualify for the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe we will gain through the recruitment and development of staff who represent the broad diversity of the Canadian workforce.