Food Services Class 1 Driver

Martin Brower; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food distribution company in Calgary is looking for a dedicated Class 1 Delivery Driver to deliver products to McDonald’s restaurants. The role requires a strong work ethic, excellent customer service, and compliance with safety regulations. Key responsibilities include inspecting equipment, ensuring timely deliveries, and maintaining high standards of safety. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision

Competitive pay

Safety-focused work environment

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Three to five years of driving experience as licensed Professional Class A/AZ or Class 1 Driver.
• Experience hauling 48' - 53' tractor trailers.
• Ability to lift and move heavy boxes (up to 55 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to McDonald’s restaurants in a timely manner.
• Inspect and maintain equipment before dispatch.
• Ensure compliance with safety and transportation regulations.

Skills

Class 1 driving experience

Customer service skills

Team player

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Join Our Team as a Class 1 Delivery Driver!

Are you a dedicated driver with experience with food services and great customer service skills, looking for a fulfilling career with a company that values safety, professionalism, and teamwork?

Look no further! We are seeking motivated individuals to join our dynamic team as Class 1 Drivers.

Hourly Base Rate: Top Rate

Why Choose Us?

• Commitment to Safety:Your safety is our top priority. We uphold the highest standards of health and safety practices, ensuring a secure working environment for all our drivers.
• Competitive Pay:We offer a competitive salary and benefits package tailored to reward your skills and commitment. Drive your career forward with us!
• Dynamic Work Environment:Experience the satisfaction of working with a supportive team that thrives on collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Growth Opportunities:We believe in investing in our employees by providing opportunities for career advancement and professional development within the Supply Chain and Distribution sector.

Position Summary:

To perform professional driver duties and deliver product to McDonald’s restaurants in a timely and professional manner and to help offload the product and provide excellent customer service>

Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:>

• Must be licensed and able to drive a tractor/trailer in a safe and proficient manner
• Responsible for the equipment and product in your care
• Responsible for inspecting your equipment to ensure it is in proper operating condition, fueled and ready for dispatch
• Ensure each vehicle is secured and the refrigeration units are operating when loading shift is completed
• Connect, stage and secure all vehicles on a daily basis, to route load schedule
• Completion of required / Perform daily inspections of the equipment
• Work in a safe manner and complying with the Health and Safety rules as set by the Company / Reporting any injuries or incidents in a timely manner
• Ensure that a high level of security is maintained with our equipment and the staging area
• Ensures compliance with DOT rules and regulations and company policies and procedures
• Ensure the operations follow all Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and Good Warehouse Practices (GWP)/Good Drivers Practices (GDP) for transport rules and regulations
• Other projects or duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• High School or equivalent experience
• Three to five years’ driving experience as licensed Professional Class A/AZ or Class 1 Driver
• 48’ – 53’ tractor trailer hauling experience
• Must be able to lift and move heavy boxes (up to 55 lbs)
• Great work ethic / Excellent time management skills
• Strong interactive team player
• Integrative thinker and excellent problem solving skills
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• High initiative, self-motivation and solid leadership qualities
• This position must pass a post-offer background and drug test

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

This role includes weekend work as well as variability in shift start/finish timings based on job location. Shift timings and scheduled days of work may change from time to time based on business requirements; therefore, flexibility in your schedule is a job requirement. Sunday to Saturday, any shift, with weekend work required. Safety boots are required. Uniforms supplied.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Department of Transportation Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions. Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made.

Benefits

At the Reyes Family of Businesses, our Total Rewards Strategy prioritizes the holistic well-being of our employees. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.

Physical Demands

The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law. Requests for accommodation should be directed to your point of contact in the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources departments.

Background Check

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Pay Transparency

Our compensation philosophy embraces diverse factors for fair pay decisions, valuing skills, experience, and the needs of our business. Moreover, this role may have the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program rules.