Job Description

The Logistics department is a vital component of DynaLIFEDx providing direct services to many clients such as: Specimen Processing, Patient Care Centers, Health Authorities, physician\xe2\x80\x99s offices and indirect services to other Health Authorities in the Northwest Territories and Saskatoon. We are seeking individuals who are detail-orientated and are able to work in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment. This position requires flexibility in availability as there are various shifts to provide coverage on. High availability is required.

Major Functions and Responsibilities

• Deliver and pick up mail, specimens, lab supplies, mail and blood products to and from Rapid Response Labs, Patient Care Centres and client offices within Calgary and surrounding areas in a timely manner and according to an established routine.
• Uses appropriate handling and storage methods to maintain integrity.
• Adheres to all safe driving regulations and vehicle maintenance procedures.
• Maintains cleanliness of company vehicles, as well as, coolers and transport boxes.
• Takes direction from and communicates effectively with Courier Dispatcher or designate.
• Alerts Courier Dispatcher to vehicle breakdowns and required vehicle maintenance and obtains direction on required action.
• Represent DynaLIFEDx in a professional and courteous manner.
• Demonstrate discretion and confidentiality in all circumstances.

Required Skills

• Ability to work independently, accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to stay on schedule are extremely important.
• Excellent customer service, organizational, interpersonal, judgement and decision making skills are required.

Required Experience

• Recent courier experience is an asset.
• Good knowledge of Calgary and the Province of Alberta.
• Knowledge of TDG in relation to transport of bio hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of WHMIS.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license and satisfactory drivers abstract.

Other Information

• As workload demands and operational requirements shift, the location, dates and/or hours of work may be changed.
• Applicant(s) hired into this position will be required to provide a 5 year Driver\xe2\x80\x99s Abstract as a condition of employment.
• Driving is required in all weather conditions, as well as, day and night conditions.
• DynaLIFE is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment life cycle. We ask that all job applicants please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@dynalife.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the recruitment process
• All persons newly hired to DynaLIFEDx must show their SIN card and government issued photo ID to Human Resources prior to commencing work.
• All persons hired to DynaLIFEDx must be authorized to work in Canada for any employer.
• Individuals hired into all positions must provide verification of their highest level of education.
• A security clearance will be required for employees newly hired to DynaLIFEDx.
• A security clearance with vulnerable sector completed may be required for employees newly hired to DynaLIFEDx

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Thank you for your application.

This position is located at 3535 Research Road NW, Calgary, AB. .

DynaLIFE