Yard Shunt Truck Driver / Distribution Center Colleague

JYSK Canada; Pitt Meadows; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home furnishings retailer is seeking a Yard Shunt Truck Driver to safely and efficiently move trailers within their Distribution Center. The ideal candidate will have a valid Class 3 driver’s license, strong communication skills, and a minimum of 1–2 years in truck driving. This full-time position offers a wage starting at CAD 25 per hour along with various employee benefits, including paid vacation and a significant discount on products. Join the team and grow your career with us!

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Colleague discount on products

On-site free parking

Yearly allowance for work boots

Qualifications

• Valid Class 3 driver’s license with Air Brakes.
• Clean driver’s abstract with a proven record of safe operation.
• Minimum 1–2 years of shunt or truck driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate yard shunt truck to move trailers within the yard.
• Maintain accurate trailer inventory and communicate movements.
• Inspect trailers to ensure safety before moving.

Skills

Yard safety protocols

Trailer spotting procedures

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Yard Shunt Truck Driver / Distribution Center Colleague

• Full-time
• Business Type: Distribution
• Compensation: from CAD 25 - hourly

As one of world’s leading and fastest-growing home furnishing retailers, we know what it takes to build a satisfying career. The company is very proud of the inclusive and collaborative culture.

Our values –Tradesman, Colleague,andCorporate Spirit– are not just words on the lunchroom wall but are consistently communicated and lived. Our values are undoubtedly the reason JYSK has flourished in Canada over the last 29 years with more than 70 stores and 1100+ Colleagues.

The Yard Shunt Truck Driver / Distribution Center Colleague is responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers and containers within the yard, loading docks, and designated areas to support warehouse and transportation operations. This role ensures that trailers are positioned in a timely manner to maintain smooth loading and unloading processes and minimize downtime for both warehouse and driver teams.

As a Distribution Center colleague, you will assist with receiving, shipping and processing of all goods in an accurate and efficient manner. You will also complete routine documentation of pick sheets, manifests and unload lists.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate yard shunt truck (Ottawa/Jockey/Terminal tractor) to move trailers within the yard and between dock doors
• Maintain accurate trailer inventory and communicate trailer movements with the dispatch or warehouse team.
• Inspect trailers and ensure they are in safe and serviceable condition before moving.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the shunt truck daily.
• Spot trailers at doors for loading and unloading according to the schedule.
• Assist with yard organization and ensure all equipment and trailers are parked safely and in designated areas.
• Maintain communication with warehouse supervisors, dispatchers, and incoming/outgoing drivers.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and yard rules.
• Report any damage, mechanical issues, or safety concerns immediately.
• Support other yard or warehouse duties as assigned.

Compensation:

The hourly wage for this role is $25.00 per hour depending on experience.

• Valid Class 3 driver’s license with Air Brakes (depending on jurisdiction).
• Clean driver’s abstract with a proven record of safe operation.
• Minimum 1–2 years of shunt or truck driving experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of yard safety protocols and trailer spotting procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, outdoor environment in varying weather conditions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, safety‑conscious, and detail‑oriented.

What this role brings to you:

• The possibility of being part of a dynamic team and culture
• The opportunity to have a rewarding career with various prospects for career advancement across different functions and teams
• A free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program available to you and your family.
• Paid Vacation
• An amazing colleague discount on all JYSK products
• On‑Site free parking
• Yearly allowance for work boots

What you bring to the role:

• Perform well with time sensitive deadlines
• Valid Class 1 driver’s license
• Minimum 1 year of previous driving experience
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, come join JYSK and experience it for yourself!

JYSK Canada is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage all candidates to apply. Our company values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive culture where Colleagues can fully develop and utilize their talents and strengths. We consider all applications on the basis of the position requirements, and we do so without regard to any unrelated factor and/or characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.

Physical demands that are required include mobility (walking, standing, climbing, bending, etc.) and manual material handling (lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, etc.). Movement of product by use of ladders and stock pickers is required.