Driver

Spicers Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Spicers Canada is seeking a Full-Time Driver in Calgary, Alberta, reporting to the Warehouse and Distribution Manager. Responsibilities include assembling delivery invoices, verifying stock, loading the truck, and ensuring safe, on-time deliveries.

The role requires a valid driver’s license (Class 5/3), defensive driving training, forklift certification, WHMIS/TDG, and strong communication. Warehouse experience is preferred for fast-paced operations.

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent completed.
• Valid Class 5 (or 3) driver’s license with a clean abstract.
• Defensive driving training completed.
• Strong communication skills in English (oral and written).
• Truck driving experience, preferably with air brake.
• Forklift certificate; WHMIS and TDG certifications.
• Warehouse experience; ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble delivery invoices in route order; route planning first to last.
• Check stock in staging area to match customer charge sheet.
• Load truck in correct route sequence and deliver safely.
• Complete safety checks of vehicle before departure.
• Get customer signature on manifests as proof of delivery.
• Maintain a clean staging area and organize returns.
• Follow health and safety policies; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license (Class 5/3)

Defensive driving

Strong communication (oral & written)

Truck driving experience

Forklift operation

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certificate

WHMIS certificate

TDG certification

Job description

Backed by a fifth-generation family-owned company, Spicers is a leading distributor of commercial print and business papers, specialty products, graphic solutions, sign & display equipment and materials, and packaging and facility supplies and equipment.

We're based in Vaughan, Ontario, with 13 regional locations that include custom manufacturing facilities in Edmonton, Toronto and Winnipeg, as well as cash and carry locations, product showrooms and equipment demo sites.

We are currently looking for a Full-Time Driver located in Calgary, Alberta reporting to the Warehouse and Distribution Manager.

Your Challenge

• Assemble delivery invoices in order of route - first to last - routing system;
• Check all stock in staging area to match customer charge sheet;
• Loads truck in correct route sequence;
• Ensure that errors in staging area are corrected before departure;
• Maintain am and pm manifest sheets by entering pertinent information into the computer before departing;
• Complete log sheet on return by updating computer;
• Before departure performs a safety check of vehicle: airbrakes, fluid levels, and all related safety equipment;
• Accomplish maximum number of deliveries in a safe manner, utilizing defensive driving skills;
• Get customer signature on manifests as proof of delivery;
• Responsible for loading paper boxes onto electric dolly and offloading boxes at customers;
• Obtain authorization to pick up return product from customer;
• Shrink wrap and condense stock;
• Check return goods match quantity and description of return sheet;
• Ensure truck cab and box are clean and tidy;
• Maintain a clean staging area that is free of returned goods;
• Follow and promote health and safety policies and procedures; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Completion of a secondary school diploma or equivalent;
• Valid class 5 drivers license or class 3;
• Clean drivers abstract;
• Defensive driving course;
• Strong communication skills (both oral and written);
• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations;
• Truck driving experience, preferably with air brake;
• Driving experience in similar industry (i.e.: timeframes, size of customer base and daily volume);
• Valid forklift certificate;
• WHMIS and T.G.D. certifications;
• Warehouse experience;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Self-directed with the ability to work well with minimal supervision;
• Punctual, dependable, and reliable;
• Basic knowledge of paper products;
• Computer literate.