Job Description
Driver
Responsible for making sure that company equipment or products are delivered to a specific destination in time. The average Driver will perform basic tasks such as loading a vehicle, delivering goods, providing transport, and ensuring the vehicle is well-maintained. A Driver must also be able to manage their time effectively by researching traffic before embarking on their journey.
Essential Duties and Tasks:
- Conducts him/herself with a positive can-do attitude
Receives and completes daily dispatches related to waste bin deliveries, pick ups, dump & returns, dump & removals, and relocates
Ensures all dispatch instructions are followed accurately and reports any issues to the Dispatcher or main office
Takes and uploads pictures of any issues that may cause the customer to be billed for extra work (e.g., dry runs, wait time, overfilled bins, equipment blocking bin access)
As required, participates in a wide variety of yard and shop maintenance tasks (e.g., clean portable toilets, stack and count fence, sweep shop, repair fence, toilet, and waste equipment); work is supervised by the Warehouse Manager (WM), or other manager in the absence of WM
Safe operation any FLR vehicle (e.g., trucks, trailers, skid steers), following all FLR, local, and provincial regulations
Completes pre-trips and log books according to established FLR and AB Ministry of Transportation standards
Follows established company and government safety procedures while on site, in the shop, or working in the yard to ensure the safety of labourers and the general public
Minimizes/eliminates damage to FLR and customer property and equipment
Drives in a professional, first-class, and cautious manner, observing all regulations. He/she knows that any demerits or infractions negatively impact FLRs carrier profile
Provides accurate, friendly, and responsive service to all customers (e.g., following dispatch installation instructions, contacting the customer for each dispatch before arriving on site, following all site rules and regulations)
Follows dispatch completion procedures by closing out dispatches promptly and including detailed notes in Helpdesk reply
Is proactive and anticipates the needs for each days work, be it in the field, shop, and/or yard
Checks tool bags daily against list of mandatory contents; notify WM or Owner if supplies are required
Ensures all paperwork (i.e., time, job, float sheets) are completed accurately, all required fields are filled out, and paperwork is submitted on time to the appropriate person(s) (see Paperwork Policy)
Completes AM and Return-to-Base checklists
Drives vehicles of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment and material
Operates a variety of power construction and maintenance equipment. Supervises and performs routine inspection, cleaning, and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor(s)
Performs other duties as requiredKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Ability to understand, follow, and communicate verbal and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the public
The capacity to manage and resolve conflict with coworkers, site supervisors, and/or customers
Thorough knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in each area of assigned work
Considerable knowledge of work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with assigned areas of work; ability to work safely
Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time
Working knowledge of leadership skills, including communication (verbal and written), motivation, and performance feedbackQualifications:
- High school diploma preferred
- Class 3 drivers license (or higher)
- Clean commercial drivers abstract
- Leadership experience
- Strong sense of customer service
- Good organizational skills & ability to fill out paperwork accurately
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Job Types: Full-time, PermanentSalary: $16.55-$20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Experience:
- roll off: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification: