Transfer Driver (Short Haul)

Intercity Packers Ltd.; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, EF

RRSP matching

Profit Sharing

Family-oriented culture

Job summary

Gordon Food Service is seeking a Transfer Driver to deliver trailers along established routes from Kelowna and surrounding areas. You will operate safely, adhere to schedules, and ensure timely deliveries while following company policies.

Qualified candidates will hold a valid Class 1 license, TDG certification, and have at least two years of driving experience, including trailer handling and winter chain-up. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract.
• LCV Certification.
• Min. 2 years of driving experience; 150,000 kms on a tractor trailer.
• Ability to perform winter tire chain up per company procedure.
• TDG certification eligibility.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Safe operation of all equipment; strong mechanical aptitude.
• High level of integrity and strong work ethic; self-directed.
• Professional demeanour under stress and customer service focus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver trailers over established routes based out of Kelowna and surrounding areas.
• Operate vehicle safely and in accordance with road rules and company policies.
• Maintain schedule adherence and ensure timely deliveries.
• Assist with lifting and handling as needed within safety limits.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and customers.

Skills

Class 1 license

LCV Certification

Two years driving experience

Winter tire chains

TDG certification

Communication

Safety conscious

Ability to lift 80 lbs

Teamwork

Availability for nights/weekends/holid

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There’s a seat at our table for you... Do you like being able to come home at the end of your shift and are you ready for a new challenge? If so, Gordon Food Service could be the place for you!

What We Offer

• Starting rate of $35.94, with potential to go to a top rate of $41.97 per hour after completing 12 months
• Schedule: 4 x 10 | Floater | 5:00PM Start Time
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
• FULL flex benefits program
• Company matching RRSP
• Profit Sharing
• 129 year, family owned and operated company history
• Guaranteed to be home every day! Family culture and advancement opportunities

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract
• LCV Certification Required (In-house Training Provided for Successful Applicants)
• (Min. 2 years of driving experience; Min. 150,000kms driven on a tractor trailer)
• Must be able to perform winter tire chain up as per company procedure
• Mountain driving and highway driving experience is preferred
• Eligibility for bonding and transportation of dangerous goods (TDG) certification
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Safe operation of all equipment and strong mechanical aptitude
• A high-level of integrity and a strong work ethic, able to work with little supervision and be self directed
• Professional demeanor under stressful situations and customer service focus
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and to lift, load, push, pull and carry items up to 80 lbs
• Ability to work independently as well as assist team members when necessary
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Availability for nights, weekends and statutory holidays

Position Overview

The Transfer Driver will be responsible for the delivery of trailers over established routes to be based out of Kelowna and surrounding areas. The successful applicant will be compensated by the daily contract rate.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Transfer Driver will be responsible for transferring trailers to areas in the Interior and Delta as per business needs. The Transfer Driver is expected to operate the vehicle in a safe manner at all times, obeying all rules and regulations of the road, and following all appropriate company policies and procedures.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [e-mail] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line. For more than 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered uncompromised quality and heartfelt service. From a butter-and-egg delivery service, it has grown into the largest family-operated foodservice business in North America. Today, the company serves customers from restaurants, to healthcare and education, across the U.S. and Canada through its distribution network and more than 180 retail stores.