Job Description

Your Opportunity:

AHS is dedicated to Enhancing Care in the Community, helping people be healthy, well, and independent in their homes and communities. For more information https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/cc/Page15339.aspx . Edmonton Zone Continuing Care provides services through five main program areas: Home Living, Supportive Living, Facility Living, Transition Services and Palliative Care. Facility & Supportive Living (FSL) has an immediate opening for a permanent 0.6 FTE Driver I. As a Driver I, you will be responsible for pickup and delivery of medical/surgical supplies, confidential information, office supplies and occasionally equipment. The position requires you to use your own vehicle, with mileage reimbursed (per the AUPE GSS collective agreement). Drivers must be able to work independently and be relied upon to be always professional and courteous. Drivers must be comfortable interacting and building rapport with staff, Contracted Operators, and the public (clients). The FSL program works out of the Edmonton Community North Health Hub (13211 Fort Road) and drives throughout the Edmonton Zone (which includes neighboring counties). The program operates during the week (Monday through Friday) and the business hours of 8:00am - 4:15pm.

Description:

As a Driver I, you will transport a range of products including, but not limited to, mail, packages, medical supplies, equipment, food and linen, in accordance with AHS standards, regulations and policies. Working independently, you must adhere to scheduled routes, as well as ad hoc requests, in a safe and courteous manner. You will be expected to perform a series of routine duties such as logging mileage, cleaning vehicles, performing pre and post vehicle inspections and reporting defects and malfunctions to management.

• Classification: Driver I
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Facility and Supportive Living
• Primary Location: Edmonton Comm Health Hub North
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.60
• Posting End Date: 12-JAN-2024
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 05-FEB-2024
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 36
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $22.41
• Maximum Salary: $25.05
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver\'s License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Must hold a valid Class 5 Alberta Operator\'s Licence. Completion of valid Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certificate. Additional Required Qualifications:

Must be physically able of lifting up to 50 pounds, to sit/drive for extended periods, push/pull cart, enter/exit vehicle continuously, and navigate weather conditions. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Have intermediate skills using a computer and mobile phone. Possess excellent driving skills including ability to navigate unfamiliar areas, compliance with safety regulations and traffic laws, and ensuring safety for self and community. Ability to exercise independent judgment in making decisions and prioritizing workload. Preferred Qualifications:

2 years related delivery driver related experience. Completion of valid Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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We\'re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care every day, all across Alberta.

Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it\'s about putting patients\' and families\' experiences, priorities and trust first.

We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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