Package driver
- Kitchener, ON, Canada
- CA - KITCHENER CENTER (ONKIT), Canada
HOURLY WAGE: $20.0/hr · Full-time
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- Pay
- HOURLY WAGE: $20.0/hr
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
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Job Description:
The Package Delivery Driver position is a physical, fast-paced, outdoor position that involves continual lifting, lowering and carrying packages that typically weigh 25 - 35 lbs. and may weigh up to 70 lbs. Package Delivery Drivers must have excellent customer contact and driving skills. Qualified applicants must have a valid driver’s G or higher license issued in the state of Ontario. Package Delivery Drivers are expected to comply with UPS appearance guidelines and wear the company-provided vest/uniform.
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Location: 65 Trillium Park Pl Kitchener ON, N2E 1X1
Workdays: Monday to Friday (Flexibility required)
Shift Start: 9:00 AM (Start and Finish may vary based on operational need Flexibility required)
Shift Duration: 8-10 hours per day
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Deliver and pick-up packages in an efficient and effective manner
- Follow and execute company-established safe/defensive driving methods
- Assist with loading/unloading the trucks as required
- Record, track and maintain information about delivered packages
Qualifications:
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. (32kg)
- Ability to read and navigate with maps/map books
- Valid Ontario G Driver’s License
- Clean Driver’s Abstract showing:
a) No violations for the current year (last 12 months) and no more than 2 violations for the previous 3-year period (last 36 months)
b) No accidents and maximum 5 demerit points for the previous 3-year period (last 36 months)
Compensation and Benefits:
HOURLY WAGE: $20.0/hr
Union Collective Agreement -$37.29 per hour after seniority plus 48 months of service.
Overtime
- Paid Training
- Overtime
- Weekly PAY
- Immediate access to UPS ‘Employee Discounts’ upon hiring
- Free Onsite parking
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance (after 1 year of service)
- Opportunity for advancement within a Fortune 50 Company
Working Conditions:
- Exposed to hot/cold temperatures when working outdoors.
- Wear a company-provided vest and adhere to the company’s Appearance Guidelines.
Note:
- In this industry, this position is also known as Courier, Delivery Driver, Personal Vehicle Driver, etc.
Employee Type:
PermanentUPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Package Delivery Driver is responsible for the efficient delivery and pickup of packages while adhering to safe and defensive driving practices. They must also assist with loading and unloading trucks and maintain accurate records of all delivered items.
Requirements
Applicants must possess a valid Ontario G driver's license and a clean driving abstract with no major violations or accidents in the last three years. The role requires the physical ability to lift and carry packages weighing up to 70 lbs.
Skills
- Package delivery
- Driving
- Customer contact
- Lifting
- Loading
- Unloading
- Navigation
- Defensive driving
- Record keeping
- Time management
Benefits
- Overtime
- Paid training
- Employee discounts
- Free onsite parking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Customer Service & Support
- Trades
Keywords
- Package delivery
- Driver
- Logistics
- Transportation
- G License
- Ontario
- Physical labor
- Customer service
- Defensive driving
- Inventory tracking
- Full-time
- Union
- Courier