Delivery Driver

Wesbell Communications; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics is seeking a responsible Delivery Driver for full-time permanent work in Edmonton, Alberta. The role involves delivering products safely and on time, following set routes, and ensuring the operational readiness of the delivery vehicle. Successful candidates must have a valid driver's license and a strong driving record, with an adaptability to handle unexpected situations. Wesbell Communications offers a supportive work environment and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class 5 or higher driver’s license.
• Capable of driving 1-tonne trucks and flatbed trailers.
• Extensive knowledge of truck driving rules and cargo securement methods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a wide variety of items according to pre-planned routes.
• Inspect delivery vehicles for mechanical and safety issues.
• Document and log work/rest periods and driving distances.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Adaptability

Knowledge of driving rules

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Category: Delivery Driver

Job Type: Full Time permanent

Job Location: Alberta Edmonton

Wesbell is seeking a responsible Delivery Driver to deliver products/material promptly to job locations in a safe and timely manner.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities Include

• Delivering a wide variety of items
• Following delivery driving routes and time schedules
• Loading, unloading, preparing, inspecting and operating the delivery vehicle
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.
• Document and log work/rest periods and kilometers spent driving
• Deliver a wide variety of items to different addresses and through different routes
• Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
• Load, unload, prepare, inspect and operate a delivery vehicle
• Report defects, accidents or violations
  
  

Education (Theoretical Training)

• High School Diploma
  
  

Job Requirements & Experience

• Must be at least 25 years of age
• Hold a valid Class 5 or higher driver’s license
• Capable of driving 1-tonne trucks and flatbed trailers. Including hooking trailers up and navigating tricky rural roads and hills
• Clean police check required (no serious or recent charges)
• Good driving record with no recent driving violations
• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
• Knowledge of acceptable cargo securement methods.
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)
• Ability to safely lift 50-70 pounds unassisted
• Familiarity with National Safety Code driving rules and regulations would be an asset
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
  
  

Wesbell welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in working with Wesbell; however, only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted. We wish you all the best.