Driver

Canadian Blood Services; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Ottawa is hiring a part-time Driver to support its Supply Chain Operations. Responsibilities include ensuring safe transportation of blood products, conducting inspections, and assisting with mobile donor events. Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and customer service skills. Flexibility in shifts and physical capability to handle equipment is required. Join us in making a difference in lives across Canada.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Ontario class A, B, D or F drivers license.
• Minimum 24 months verifiable professional driving experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, a second language is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety measures and transportation of blood products.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and complete documentation.
• Assist the collections team with donor appointments.
• Set up systems and Wi-Fi for mobile events.
• Load and unload equipment and supplies.

Skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Ontario class A, B, D or F drivers license

Minimum 24 months driving experience

Job description

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Job category: Supply chain and logistics
Employment status: Regular part-time

Classification: BT OPSEU 477 - OTT
Salary/Rate of pay: $27.47

• This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular part-time Driver - RPT to join our dynamic Supply Chain Operations East team.

The Supply Chain Operations East team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by utilizing best practices to ensure the safe transportation of personnel, donors, equipment, blood products and supplies. Our Drivers do more than drive. In this role, you will assist in setting up booths, tables, and other equipment to ensure mobile donor events are ready for use in addition to transporting people and products integral to Canada’s Lifeline.

• Utilizing your experience with driving and transportation you will ensure that blood and blood products are transported in accordance with safety measures and procedures and are kept at an appropriate temperature. You will also ensure the safety of employees, donors and/or volunteers travelling with you.
• Drawing on your knowledge of safe transportation procedures and your attention to detail, you will conduct pre-trip inspections to ensure equipment is in proper working order, and accurately complete all required documentation.
• Leveraging your customer service skills, you will assist the collections team by greeting and helping donors book or rebook appointments as required.
• You will assist with setting up systems and Wi‑Fi connections for mobile events by utilizing your familiarity with technology and aptitude for learning new programs.
• Utilizing your superior interpersonal and communication skills you will work with staff to carry and set up/dismantle equipment and supplies. You will also load and unload equipment and supplies at donor centre sites and upon return to centre.

Desired education and skills

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Ontario class A, B, D or F drivers license and a clean commercial drivers abstract from within the last 30 days.
• Minimum 24 months verifiable professional driving experience as a commercial vehicle driver, within the last 3 years.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new systems and programs.
• A willingness to learn procedures in a regulatory environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English. A second language is considered an asset.

What we offer you

• Safe vehicles are provided with stringent maintenance schedules and inspections.
• Payment in lieu of vacation and holidays.
• Premiums paid according to the collective agreement.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.
• Variety in your job, including ongoing training and development.

What you can expect

• Shifts/hours - must be flexible to accommodate assigned shifts which are based on operational needs; length of shifts varies according to the event which takes place at Canadian Blood Services fixed and mobile donor centers. Shifts include days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• There will be no long haul or cross border driving required.
• Physical capability to load, unload, push and carry heavy clinic equipment and supplies. This will include stooping, kneeling, crouching, lifting up to 50 lbs., pulling, and pushing up to 136 kg (300 lbs.) on a wheeled platform.
• Strong culture of mutual respect and integrity.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

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