Delivery Driver

Fort Garry Industries; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Delivery Driver to join their Edmonton team. This role is essential for maintaining high customer service standards and ensuring efficient delivery operations. Candidates must have a valid class 5/G driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a strong commitment to safety and customer satisfaction. The company offers a supportive work environment with competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about delivering exceptional service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Highly Competitive Wage

Yearly Bonus

Dental/Vision Benefits

Health Spending Account

Sick Pay Allowance

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Investment Opportunities

Continuous Learning Environment

Casual Dress Code

Fun and Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Valid class 5/G driver's license with 3 years of Canadian driving experience.
• Strong customer service experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Load materials, follow delivery routes, and maintain professional conduct.
• Uphold customer service standards and champion safety culture.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Physical Endurance

Attention to Detail

Written and Verbal Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Fort Garry Industries is Canada's most trusted truck and trailer parts, sales and service provider. The Fort Garry Industries group of companies has over 500 employees with locations across Canada.

With over 100 years of service under our belt, Fort Garry Industries is always expanding and looking for talented and motivated people to join our team and help with our continued success!

Fort Garry Industries has an exciting opportunity for a Delivery Driver to join our team at our Edmonton location. *PLEASE SUBMIT A RECENT DRIVER'S ABSTRACT WITH YOUR RESUME AND COMPLETE THE PRESCREENING QUESTIONS WHEN APPLYING*

What You Will Do:

1. Uphold and embody FGI Customer Service Standards and Core Values with customers, colleagues and stakeholders
2. Champion FGI's safety culture by performing all duties within established procedures and practices
3. Load materials into vehicle and install straps, bracing or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit
4. Follow company delivery routes to ensure maximum efficiency of delivery run
5. Manually load or unload materials onto or off pallets, skids, platforms or lifting devices
6. Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate
7. Maintain a professional appearance and conduct as you promote good working relationships with all customers
8. Other duties as assigned

What We Require:

1. MUST HAVE: valid class 5/G drivers’ license, 3 years of Canadian driving experience and no major driving infractions in the last 3 years.
2. MUST HAVE: demonstrated direct customer service experience while working in a similar role/position.
3. MUST BE ABLE: to meet the physical requirements: Occasionally lift up to 75 – 100lbs, sit for long periods of time, drive up to 160kms and return at a time.
4. High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) required.
5. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and attention to detail.
6. Excellent customer service skills – dedicated to exceeding expectations of internal and external customers.
7. Strong written and verbal skills – ability to write and speak succinctly with customers and colleagues.
8. Basic to proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (email, word, excel) and ability to learn in-house systems.
9. Heavy duty parts supply background and/or knowledge an asset.

What We Offer:

1. A Highly Competitive Wage – eligible for a yearly bonus
2. Dental/Vision Benefits
3. Health Spending Account
4. Sick Pay Allowance
5. Employee and Family Assistance Program
6. Investment Opportunities
7. A Continuous Learning Environment
8. A Casual Dress Code
9. A Fun and Supportive Work Environment

Fort Garry Industries welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Fort Garry Industries is committed to the principle of Employment Equity. It is our goal to achieve a workforce that is reflective of the citizens we serve. Employment Equity promotes the principles of fairness, merit and equitable employment representation. Fort Garry Industries values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous People, Visible Minorities and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Creating a culture of equality isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s also the smart thing.