Courier Driver - $1, 500 Sign-On Bonus

Job Description

Midland Courier is currently seeking a Class 5 Courier Driver based in Truro, NS. $1,500 Sign-on Bonus. The selected candidate will be a reliable person with a strong work ethic, great and positive attitude and exceptional customer service skills.

Main Role:

The successful candidate will handle the loading and unloading of shipments, verify delivery accuracy, and ensure all deliveries are completed in accordance with company procedures. In this role, you will also be responsible for maintaining the vehicle in a safe and clean operating condition and adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations.

A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent customer service skills are essential for success in this role.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 16:00.

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate - $25.16 hr.
• Safety and fuel bonus paid quarterly
• A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan.
• RRSP matching program.
• Paid uniforms.
• Ongoing training and advancement possibilities.
• A dynamic, safe, and rewarding work environment.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Follow the pickup and delivery procedure.
• Load and unload truck/van properly and in a safe manner to avoid damaging packages.
• Accurately process daily pickup and delivery records while ensuring timely deliveries.
• Maintain company equipment standards.
• Listen to and communicate efficiently with the customer.
• Drive and use equipment (Hand Cart) while following safety procedures and traffic laws.
• Work in accordance with the safety regulation, company rules and procedures.
• Report any incident, accident, injury, damage.
• Scheduled start and end times may vary depending on business needs
  
  

Qualifications

• Education Required: High School or GED.
• Class 5 driver’s license with a minimum of 2 years’ safe courier experience required.
• Clean driver’s abstract and criminal search.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to lift up to 70 lbs. using the proper equipment.
• Excellent work ethic and reliability.
• Safety conscious.
  
  

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.