Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Position Summary
As a Delivery Driver/Warehouse Support at Grimco, you will play a vital role in ensuring our products reach our customers safely and efficiently. You will be responsible for navigating delivery routes, handling orders with care, and providing exceptional customer service. This position requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.
Our team members bring a strong work ethic, a sense of urgency, and a willingness to support wherever needed. They take pride in their work, contribute to a team environment, and are always looking for ways to improve. If you are motivated, dependable, and ready to make an impact, we would love to hear from you.
This opportunity is based out of our Dartmouth Branch. It is a Monday to Friday to position between the hours of 8:30am - 5:00pm.
Key Responsibilities
- Delivery Operations: Drive a company vehicle to deliver products to customers along specified routes, ensuring timely and safe deliveries.
- Order Handling: Carefully manage all orders to guarantee goods are received in good condition, free from damage or defects.
- Customer Service: Provide outstanding customer service during deliveries, effectively communicating feedback and concerns to the warehouse and sales teams.
- Warehouse Support: Support warehouse operations through shipping, receiving, inventory management, and safe equipment operation.
- Loading and Unloading: Load and unload delivery trucks using both manual methods and forklifts or other lift assist equipment.
- Payment Collection: Collect payment for Cash on Delivery (COD) orders, including cash, cheques, and credit card payments.
- Vehicle Maintenance: Perform regular safety checks on the delivery vehicle and maintain a driver logbook as required by provincial legislation.
- Traffic Compliance: Adhere to all traffic and always driving laws to ensure safety first.
- Additional Duties: Assist with other tasks as assigned, including warehouse support, housekeeping, maintenance, and special
- Order Picking and Shipping: Pick and prepare orders for shipment with accuracy and efficiency
- Warehouse Operations: Load and unload delivery trucks manually and using equipment
- Receiving and Inventory: Receive and inspect incoming materials for damage or discrepancies
- Logistics and Coordination: Assist couriers and delivery drivers with manifests and routing
- General Duties and Safety: Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, or general labour experience preferred
- Experience with ERP systems considered an asset
- Forklift and Order Picker certification considered an asset (training provided)
- Additional language skills, including French, are an asset
- Strong work ethic and reliability
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry materials weighing 50+ lbs on a frequent basic
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods
- Comfortable climbing ladders and working at heights as needed
- Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and machinery
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Basic computer skills including shipping software, ERP systems, and MS Office
- Strong sense of urgency and commitment to safety
- Interest in long-term growth and development within Grimco
Why Work at Grimco?
- We’re proud to celebrate 150 years - and we’re still growing! Grimco continues to evolve and lead the way in our industry.
- We prioritize employee development, tailoring career paths to align with each individual’s talents, strengths, and interests.
- We strongly believe in promoting from within - our top performers become our future leaders.
- With a fantastic team across North America, we’re proud of our reputation as the most informed and educated supplier in the industry.
- Our executives and managers are accessible, hands-on, and actively involved on the front lines of the business.
What Separates the Good from the Great at Grimco?
Those who thrive at Grimco bring determination, a competitive spirit, and a constant eagerness to learn. Our most successful team members are driven to deliver exceptional customer experiences, prepared to step into future leadership, and hungry to make a meaningful impact in a stable and growing company. These are the qualities we value in our distribution teams!
Want to Learn More?
Explore our story, our current journey, and our future vision at: https://inspire.grimco.ca/careers Grimco is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require any disability-related support, please let us know - we’re happy to work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
