Shuttle/Van Driver Oakville

Auto Warehousing Company Canada; Oakville; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Auto Warehousing Company Canada in Oakville seeks a Shuttle/Van Driver to move customer vehicles within the yard, to offsite locations and between plant yards. The role includes shuttling between destinations on public roads, performing vehicle inspections, and maintaining safe operations.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, at least one year of driving experience, a valid G license, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid G license.
• Ability to read, write and interpret work orders and vehicle cards.
• Experience driving both automatic and manual transmissions is required.
• Good communication and safety awareness are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-use inspections and report safety or maintenance concerns.
• Safely operate company vehicles to transport associates between locations.
• Monitor vehicle condition and report issues promptly to supervisors.
• Complete operational documentation accurately and on time.
• Communicate route changes and delays to passengers as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper condition of assigned vehicles.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Effective communication

Reading & interpreting documents

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Valid G driver’s license

Tools

Barcode Scanner

Keys

Pencils

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Department: Yard
• Job Title: Shuttle/Van Driver
• Facility: Oakville
• Reports to: Terminal Manager

AWC Operations Canada (AWCC) performs many logistics functions. Some of these are real time yard management, real time data transfers, real time vehicle direct locating, dealer delivery, import / export preparations, rail car preparation and switching, rail car loading and unloading, and extensive assembly plant operations.

Summary of Position:

This position is responsible for driving customer vehicles within the Oakville yard, rail area, as well as on public roadways to an offsite up‑fitter or off‑site yard, in a safe and efficient manner. As well as shuttling the Shuttle Drivers along established routes to local destinations as a Van Driver.

This document is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the position and does not entail a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that will be required for this position. In addition, these activities, duties, or responsibilities may change and will be periodically updated.

Essential Functions, Duties and Tasks:

Van Driver

• Conduct pre‑use inspections of company vehicles and report any safety, maintenance, or operational concerns to a Supervisor or Manager.
• Monitor vehicle condition during operation and promptly report any concerns to a Supervisor or Manager.
• Safely operate company vehicles to transport associates between designated locations in accordance with established routes, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Maintain effective communication with supervision and associates using approved communication methods.
• Complete required operational documentation accurately and on time.
• Communicate route changes, delays, and other relevant information to associate passengers as required.
• Promptly report delays, incidents, accidents, near misses, vehicle issues, and other operational concerns to a Supervisor or Manager.
• Maintain the cleanliness and general condition of assigned company vehicles.

Shuttle Driver

• Travel to assigned vehicles using company transportation or approved methods.
• Check vehicles for damage or missing accessories in accordance with established procedures.
• Safely operate customer vehicles between plant yards, storage yards, and other designated locations.
• Scan and process vehicles using company systems and equipment as required.
• Park, stage, and prepare vehicles in designated locations in accordance with established quality standards and procedures.
• Ensure vehicles are secured and left in accordance with company and customer requirements.
• Promptly report vehicle damage, safety concerns, or operational issues to a Supervisor or Manager.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards while performing vehicle movement and staging activities throughout the shift.

Other Duties

• Operate all vehicles in accordance with company safe driving practices, customer requirements, and applicable traffic laws.
• Maintain established quality standards in all activities.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities Required:

• Exhibit behaviour and conduct that fosters a positive work atmosphere
• Ability to interact with others effectively and communicate diplomatically
• Ability to read, write and interpret documents (e.g., locations cards, work orders, vehicle identification numbers)
• Ability to effectively react to change and work in a variety of situations
• Ability to adhere to quality standards and safe work practices

Education, Experience, and Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma, or equivalent
• Minimum one year driving experience
• Ability to drive both automatic and manual transmission vehicles
• Valid full G driver's license
• Communicate in English; Ability to read, write and interpret documents
• Subject to third party Pre‑employment Medical Assessment
• Subject to Background check including Driver's Abstract and Criminal Record Check

Minimum Tools Used:

• Keys
• Vehicles
• Pens, Pencils
• Barcode Scanner

Chemicals involved with:

• Brake Fluid
• Gasoline
• Isopropyl Alcohol
• Anti‑freeze
• Motor Oil
• Refrigerant
• Transmission Fluids
• Vehicle related fluids
• Cleaning supplies

Working Conditions:

• Work primarily conducted outside - must work, drive and walk in all types of weather, including extreme weather conditions
• Work at a fast pace, getting in and out of vehicles during a typical 8-hr work period as a Shuttle Driver

Physical Demands Analysis - Van Driver

• Standing 4 Outside of Van
• Walking 10 To/from vehicle, Spotting
• Sitting 70 While in vehicle
• Stepping 5 Getting in/out of vehicle
• Balancing 2 Getting in/out of vehicle
• Stooping 2 Inspecting vehicles
• Kneeling
• Crouching
• Crawling
• Reaching 2 Adjust/reset seating, turning off accessories
• Handling 5 Keys, steering wheel
• Up to Lbs.
• Lifting
• Carrying
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Required Y/N
• Speaking Y Communication with associates, supervisor
• Hearing Y Communication with associates, supervisor
• Seeing Y Driving
• Depth perception Y Driving, parking
• Color Vision Y Signage

Physical Demands Analysis - Shuttle Driver

• Standing 20 Waiting for shuttle
• Walking 25 To/from vehicles, to shuttle
• Sitting 25 While in vehicles/shuttle
• Stepping 10 Getting in/out of vehicles
• Balancing 5 Getting in/out of vehicle
• Stooping 5 Inspecting vehicles
• Kneeling
• Crouching
• Crawling
• Reaching 5 Adjust/reset seating, turning off accessories
• Handling 5 Keys, steering wheel
• Up to Lbs.
• Lifting
• Carrying
• Pushing 5 Opening /closing vehicle doors
• Pulling 5 Opening /closing vehicle doorsRequired Y/N
• Speaking Y Communication with associates, supervisor
• Hearing Y Communication with associates, supervisor
• Seeing Y Driving
• Depth perception Y Driving, parking
• Color Vision Y Signage

Accommodations will be provided throughout the recruitment, hiring and employment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. The company is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds.