Part-Time Driver - Calgary Branch

Encore; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore in Calgary is seeking a dependable Driver to ensure timely delivery of goods to customer sites, review orders for accuracy, and load/unload equipment. You will operate Encore-owned or leased trucks on defined routes and maintain logs.

The role requires a valid Class 5 licence, at least two years of driving experience, a clean driving record, and strong customer service. You will coordinate with dispatch, assist with route planning, and support warehouse operations.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence required.
• Minimum 2 years driving experience.
• Clean driving record.
• Basic computer skills and strong customer service.
• Familiarity with GPS and routing software.
• Ability to load/unload safely and secure loads.
• Ability to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Drive Encore owned, leased, or rented vehicles on defined routes, ensuring on-time delivery.
• Review orders for accuracy during delivery and pickup to ensure items are accounted for.
• Load and unload gear and ensure proper load security.
• Provide superior customer service and maintain relationships with clients.
• Assist with dispatching, route planning, and coordinating with venues as needed.
• Support warehouse team with pulling, receiving, and transporting equipment.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and wear appropriate PPE as required.

Skills

Class 5 Licence

2+ years driving

Clean driving record

Customer service

GPS routing

Load security

Basic computer skills

Communication

Teamwork

Vehicle inspection knowledge

Job description

Position Overview

The Driver is responsible for ensuring timely delivery of goods to customer sites as needed or as a part of a pre-defined route, reviewing orders prior to delivery to verify accuracy, and loading and unloading goods, and pick-up using Encore owned, leased, or rented trucks. This position reports to Manager, Warehouse

Key Job Responsibilities

Driving, Delivery, and Pick-up Asset

• Drive Encore owned, leased, or rented vehicles including vans and box trucks that may exceed a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 26,001 lbs
• Maintain set routes and schedules as directed by their supervisor to meet customer expectations
• Loading and unloading of vehicles
• Review orders for accuracy during both delivery and pickup to ensure all items are accounted for
• Ensure contents are properly secured inside of truck to prevent breakage or damage to gear
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions
• Able to complete a manual and/or electronic log book, based on an assigned region

Customer Service

• Provide superior customer service and strive to exceed the needs and expectations of both internal and external customers
• Maintain a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication and interaction
• Assist with dispatching (as needed), which includes planning routes, making driver assignments, coordinating with venues and branch personnel and arranging for 3rd party transportation to support regional needs

Equipment Handling

• Assist warehouse team with other responsibilities to include: pulling, receiving, and transportation of equipment.
• Participate in annual physical inventory process.
• Perform quality control and equipment staging in warehouse as directed.
• Ensure all equipment is picked up and/or delivered on site.

Vehicle Maintenance

• Works with the dispatcher or warehouse supervisors to ensure vehicles are well maintained through scheduled service appointments as required.
• Maintain good general overall appearance of the vehicles and ensure all vehicles are kept clean and free of debris.
• Perform daily inspection on vehicle prior to route and ensure Driver Vehicle Inspection logs are performed before each trip.
• Maintain and replenish all vehicle fluids as needed – e.g. wiper fluid, DEF, etc.
• Identify mechanical maintenance needs as they occur.
• Report any vehicle damages or traffic violations to immediate supervisor in a timely manner.

Job Qualifications

• A valid Class 5 driver's licence is a mandatory requirement for candidates applying for this role
• Minimum of 2 years driving experience
• Clean driving record
• Basic Computer Skills
• Exceptional customer service skills
• General knowledge of vehicle inspection and maintenance
• General understanding of proper load securement
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
• Ability to drive or sit for long hours at a time
• Good communication skills with internal and external customers
• High degree of team work with customers, peers, and managers
• Ability to use and understand automated routing software
• General competencies skills in smartphone use
• Serve as a brand advocate and ambassador in every interaction
• Ability to maneuver vehicle in heavy city traffic conditions

Competencies

Deliver World Class Service

• Hospitality
• Ownership

Do The Right Thing

• Instills Trust
• Safety Conscious

Drive Results

• Action Oriented

See The Big Picture

• Tech Savvy

Value People

• Communicates Effectively

Work Environment

Warehouse

Work is performed at event venues as well as in a warehouse environment. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by ENCORE based in a warehouse environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area. When in the Warehouse, work will be completed in an environment with exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members may use high-end audio visual equipment and electrical components. Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

The above information on this description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.