Warehouse Driver

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.

• 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.

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