Transportation Representative

Alberta Health Services (AHS); Red Deer; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) seeks a dedicated Driver to support laboratory operations in Red Deer. This casual Transportation Service Representative delivers and picks up mail, specimens, lab supplies, and blood products to Rapid Response Labs and client sites, ensuring cargo integrity and timely deliveries.

You will follow safe driving regulations, complete documentation, and maintain vehicles and coolers.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Must hold a valid Class 5 Alberta Operator's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and pick up mail, specimens, lab supplies, and blood products to Rapid Response Labs and client sites, ensuring cargo integrity and timely deliveries.
• Follow safe driving regulations and document deliveries accurately.
• Maintain vehicles and coolers/transport boxes and assist with basic maintenance.

Skills

Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's Licence

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) has an exciting opportunity for those looking for a rewarding experience to contribute positively to both your life and the lives of others. We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Driver to support our laboratory operations. Every specimen you transport contributes to someone’s diagnosis and treatment.This is a physically demanding role where you will be required to lift up to 50lbs and transport important medical specimens and equipment to ensure public health and safety. Your contribution helps the lab staff provide early detection of diseases and the monitoring of health trends in the communities. You interact daily with laboratory staff, healthcare workers, and clients, where these connections can lead to a strong sense of community and teamwork in this critical healthcare environment.You will be responsible for following established protocols to maintain the integrity of samples, properly documenting deliveries, and adhering to all regulatory requirements. Your commitment to timely execution and thorough communication with laboratory personnel will directly impact patient care and diagnostic accuracy.Come make a difference in your community by joining the team at APL. Please note that the is a causal position meaning there is no set schedule.

Description:

As a Transportation Service Representative, your role will be to deliver and pick up a range of products including, but not limited to, mail, specimens, lab supplies, mail, and blood products to and from Rapid Response Labs, Patient Care Centres, and client offices in a timely manner and according to an established routine, in accordance with APL standards, regulations and policies. Working independently, you must use appropriate storage methods to maintain integrity of cargo. You must adhere to all safe driving regulations and vehicle maintenance procedures. Maintenance of vehicles as well as coolers and transport boxes is also involved.

• Classification: Transportation Representative
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Specimen Procurement and Dispatch
• Primary Location: Red Deer - Downtown
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $24.94
• Maximum Salary: $31.74
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided

• Classification: Transportation Representative
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Specimen Procurement and Dispatch
• Primary Location: Red Deer - Downtown
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: Varies
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $24.94
• Maximum Salary: $31.74
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.Must hold a valid Class 5 Alberta Operator's Licence.

Additional Required Qualifications:

As required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum 1 year of experience as a commercial driver and or previous courier role is an asset.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.

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