Courier Driver

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

Job summary

DHL Express in Halifax, NS is seeking a Casual Courier Driver to join the team. The role requires on-call availability between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM, driving a van for deliveries and pickups, and performing warehouse tasks with focus on safety and accuracy.

You will handle parcels, use MS Office tools, and interact with customers both in person and by phone. A valid Class 5 license and strong teamwork are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Class 5 driver\'s licence with a clean driving record
• Broad general working knowledge of warehouse functions
• Good knowledge of MS Office; comfortable Excel user
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent ability to multi-task and work under pressure
• Ability to handle bulky, heavy, awkward shipments
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Minimum one year warehouse/customer service experience (asset)
• Understanding of First Choice Programs and Global SOP (asset)

Responsibilities

• Drive a van to complete assigned deliveries and pick-ups
• Lift and carry parcels up to 70 lbs throughout the shift
• Scan and process freight as per agreed procedures and security policies
• Accurately sort and process inbound material by deadlines
• Move freight within the warehouse area as required
• Assist the Tracing Department with warehouse checks for missorts and on-hands
• Perform accurate reporting
• Participate in warehouse organization, clean-up, and maintaining a safe work environment
• Interact with customers professionally in person and over the phone
• Complete other warehouse duties as assigned by the shift supervisor

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Interpersonal skills

Team environment

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

DHL Express is looking for a Casual Courier Driver to join their team in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This is an on-call position requiring availability between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Drive a van to complete assigned deliveries and pick-ups
• Lift and carry parcels up to 70 lbs throughout the shift
• Scan and process freight as per agreed procedures and security policies
• Accurately sort and process inbound material by deadlines
• Move freight within the warehouse area as required
• Assist the Tracing Department with warehouse checks for missorts and on-hands
• Perform accurate reporting
• Participate in warehouse organization, clean-up, and maintaining a safe work environment
• Interact with customers professionally in person and over the phone
• Complete other warehouse duties as assigned by the shift supervisor

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence with a clean driving record
• Broad general working knowledge of warehouse functions
• Good knowledge of MS Office; comfortable Excel user
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent ability to multi-task and work under pressure
• Ability to handle bulky, heavy, awkward shipments
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Minimum one year warehouse/customer service experience (asset)
• Understanding of First Choice Programs and Global SOP (asset)

Wage: $23.83/hour, increasing as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Schedule: On-call availability required between 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM.

High school diploma or equivalent; valid Class 5 driver's licence with clean driving record; good knowledge of MS Office including Excel; excellent interpersonal and multi-tasking skills; ability to work under pressure; ability to lift up to 70 lbs and stand for long periods; minimum one year warehouse or customer service experience (asset)