Warehouse Driver

Job Description

Reporting to the Warehouse Operations Manager, the Warehouse Driver is responsible for safely driving and operating trailer trucks to transport Farm Boy goods and materials over inner-city and inter-city routes in a timely manner. The performance of the duties must ensure a quality service approach to all employees, customers and suppliers. All responsibilities must be performed in a manner consistent with the Farm Boy Way.

Major Responsibilities:

• Ensures delivery and pick up of product from the warehouse, between Farm Boy stores and vendors.
• Maintains full responsibility for the safe loading and unloading goods from trucks, between suppliers, the warehouse and stores.  
• Ensure the safety and security of cargo at all times.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspection of the trucks including all vehicle systems and equipment such as tires, lights, brakes and cold storage.
• Record cargo information, distance traveled fuel consumption and other related information in the log book.
• Maintain valid licenses and driving record.
• Required to assist in warehouse duties as needed.
• May be requested to undertake other related duties on a periodic basis.

Qualifications

• Typically requires completion of post-secondary diploma plus a minimum of 2 years of experience driving 5/10 tonne truck.
• Familiar with Ottawa and surrounding area and the ability to effectively plan route delivery.
• Knowledge of loading, unloading and weight restrictions are essential.
• Ability to exercise patience during the driving and delivery process.
• Valid Driver’s Licenses DZ (Class 1 or A), Air Brake (Z) along with a clean driving record check.
• Excellent time management and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to climb ladder and use general maintenance tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and possession of proper safety footwear.
• Flexible as to hours and days of work with the ability to travel.
• Certification in CPR/First Aid would be an asset.

Work & Sensory Environment:

• Possible exposure to dangerous or unpleasant environmental elements such as dirt or dust, extreme temperatures and adverse weather conditions for driving and/or for outdoor work.
• Will be required to lift, carry and/or handle heavy objects.
• Capable of climbing, reaching, lifting, twisting, turning, bending, for prolonged periods up to 8 hours.
• Capable of lifting average weights of 45 lbs., up to a maximum of 80 lbs.
• Capable of moving 120 pieces per hour, 5 days per week.
• Capable of working in cool, damp conditions for long periods of time.

Additional Information

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