Job Description

Ace Courier Kelowna seeking a motivated individual to join our team -

new drivers welcome.

Must be honest, hardworking, trustworthy, independent and above all,

reliable. You will be driving tractors and 5 ton trucks depending on the work load. There is a plethora of different day to day operations and your day will most likely never be the same. Individual must be okay with switching between day cabs and/ or smaller trucks within the day - but sleeper cabs will remain dedicated to 1 individual. You could potentially be on the road 5 days consecutively out of town anywhere from the Lower Mainland to the East Kootenays to the Caribou region.

Dry Van, Flatdeck, Curtainside and 5 Ton work - a mix of everything. In town ( Kelowna) and regional work either in a tractor trailer or 5 ton truck.

What We Offer

$29 - $30 an hour Same rate of pay no matter what you end up doing that day Monday to Friday with seldom weekend work Work / life balance Overtime Flexibility with schedule A variety of different scenarios that will help you become a better, safer and more confident driver

Responsibilities

Safely operate a commercial truck to transport freight to designated locations. Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure safety and compliance with regulations. Load and unload freight, utilizing forklifts as needed. Communicate effectively with dispatchers and other team members regarding routes, schedules, and any issues that arise during transport. Ensure that all cargo is secured properly to prevent damage during transit. Cooperate with dispatch and customers to ensure day to day operations run smoothly Local P&D, and/or Regional P&D

Qualifications

2 years winter driving Dry Van and Flat deck strapping Knowledge of putting chains on Must be willing to switch between trucks depending on the circumstances Good understanding of Kelowna / surrounding Okanagan areas Experience operating forklifts is a plus for loading and unloading freight efficiently. Experience dealing with difficult people and or difficult and stressful situations Ability to think outside the box

You Possess

Class 1 License A positive attitude Ability to be flexible with last minute change of plans Physical strength to endure throwing chains on / strapping loads A general knowledge of the truck routes in the Lower Mainland Drivers Abstract with no suspensions Job reference Willingness to learn
Join our team as a Truck Driver where your skills will contribute to our commitment to excellence in transportation services!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Vision care
Work Location: In person