Delivery Driver

Quincaillerie Richelieu Ltée/Richelieu Hardware Ltd; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hardware distributor is looking for a dedicated Delivery Driver in the Halifax area. This role involves ensuring on-time deliveries and maintaining customer satisfaction, while representing the company in a professional manner. Candidates should have a clean driving record, a Class 1 license, and strong customer service skills. Join a stable company that values growth and offers competitive compensation.

Benefits

Opportunity to become a shareholder

Work-life balance

Continuous growth and education opportunities

Competitive compensation

Stable work environment

Qualifications

• Class 1 license with Air Brakes required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar position.
• AZ or DZ license for curtain sider trucks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complete and accurate orders on time.
• Maintain communication with the company during deliveries.
• Ensure truck maintenance and safety compliance.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Job description

We are currently seeking a Delivery Driver to join team in Halifax area.

Responsibilities

The driver will work with other members of the distribution team to increase company profitability and customer satisfaction by delivering complete, accurate and on-time deliveries to the company’s customers. The driver will represent the company in a highly professional, safe and cost-effective manner that complies with DOT and other applicable regulations.

More specifically:

• Prepare truck for operation by assisting in and overseeing the loading of trucks, securing of items and verifying the accuracy of shipping papers
• Inspect truck tires, lights, brakes, fluids, etc. to ensure safe and cost-effective performance with preventive maintenance in mind
• Deliver orders via the most effective route to ensure complete orders are delivered according to established time frames and customers’ needs
• Maintain communication with company during deliveries to ensure any updated instructions are received
• Document delivery, accuracy and receipt of orders by the customer according to company directives and report any discrepancies to company
• Increase customer satisfaction by collecting information, feedback on service and resolving complaints per company policy; communicate information back to company
• Inform customers of new products and services that can increase customer satisfaction and sales
• Maintain and monitor truck maintenance and driving record requirements, and maintain required documents for safety, security and quality processes
• Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment as required
• Maintain a safe driving record free of violations
• Perform occasional warehouse and counter duties
• Maintain proficiency in computerized systems and other technologies as required
• Follow company policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned when not on deliveries, such as warehouse and picking orders.
  
  

Mandate: Knowledge, Experience, Skills: Instructions:

• Work with other distribution team members to insure complete, accurate and on-time deliveries to the company’s customers
• Represent the company in a highly professional, safe and cost-effective manner
• Maintain and monitor truck maintenance and maintain required documents
• Maintain a satisfactory driving record and comply with all DOT and other applicable regulations.
• Computer Log
  
  

Requirements:

• Class 1 license c/w Air Brakes
• 12 Speed Manual Transmision
• Curtain Sider
• Dangerous Good Certified
• High School Diploma
• Clean driving record/abstract
• Minimum 1 years’ experience in a similar position
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
• Previous experience in sheet good & lumber experience would be an asset
• Demonstrate strong time management skills
• Safely operate forklift (we can certify) and other warehouse equipment as required
• AZ or DZ license for curtain sider trucks
• Excellent customer service and communication
  
  

Competencies:

• Initiative
• Team Focused (team player)
• Customer service skills
• Dedicated/Reliable
• Energetic
• Ability to lift more than 50 lbs.
  
  

Who we are?

Richelieu Hardware is a North American leader and a change agent in a creative and dynamic industry. We are an importer, distributor, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products.

Our customers – Over 120,000 customers in North America: manufacturers of kitchen and bathroom cabinets, storage and closets, residential and office furniture, residential and commercial woodworking, as well as hardware retailers including large renovation centers.

Our team – 3,000 people, of which nearly half are dedicated to sales and marketing and over 50% are Richelieu shareholders.

What We Offer

• A Canadian flagship: As a company with proud roots in Quebec but present in Canada and the United States, we enjoy excellent recognition and a great reputation.
• A mature and stable company: With more than 50 years of experience in the market, we offer the trust and organizational strength needed for a safe working environment.
• Continuous growth: With strong financial health, our business is constantly expanding, opening future opportunities for all.
• Competitive compensation: We offer competitive base compensation based on the market.
• Opportunity to become a shareholder: We believe in the involvement of our employees and offer them the opportunity to become shareholders.
• Work-life balance: We value a healthy and flexible work environment, allowing everyone to achieve a work-life balance.
• Quality products: We are committed to offering products of exceptional quality, thus satisfying our most demanding customers.
• Opportunity to grow: We encourage career opportunities and continuing education for the professional development of our employees.
  
  

Are you interested in this position? We invite you to visit our corporate website at https://www.richelieu.com/emplois to submit your

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, we will only communicate with candidates selected for the pre-selection process.

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