Job Description

Shipper & Receiver (Casual - 12 Months)

Alberta Innovates is seeking a Shipper & Receiver for a casual term position at our Edmonton location. The workdays and hours will vary. This position will include travel as needed to other company locations, e.g. Devon, Vegreville.

Under direct supervision, the Shipper & Receiver is responsible for the receipt and shipment of incoming mail, materials, supplies, and products. This position receives goods, verifies items against the record of shipment, and inspects condition. Other responsibilities include gathering, verifying, and packing items for shipment according to specifications and the transportation method used; recording received and shipped items according to established procedures; and unloading, delivering and/or distributing goods to the appropriate department promptly. The Shipper & Receiver liaises with internal and external clients, delivery, and transportation companies to ensure timely in-coming and out-going shipments and deliveries. Other duties as assigned, but not limited to, relieving the company Visitor & Facilities Steward (Receptionist) for breaks.

Are you our Shipper & Receiver? You would be a good fit for this position if you:

• Are a good team contributor
• Enjoy working with clients
• Have good time management

We are game changers.

Alberta Innovates is a provincially funded corporation with a mandate to deliver 21st-century solutions for the most compelling challenges facing Albertans. We do this by building on our province\xe2\x80\x99s research and technology development strengths in the core sectors of health, environment, energy, food and fibre, and platforms such as artificial intelligence, nanotechnology and omics. We are working with our partners to diversify Alberta\xe2\x80\x99s economy, improve our environmental performance and enhance the well-being of Albertans through research and innovation.

Our subsidiary, InnoTech Alberta, offers a diversified range of scientific engineering and technological research and testing capabilities, and the facilities to support technology scale-up. Our multidisciplinary team has the depth of experience to work across all sectors, from energy to health to food and fibre. InnoTech Alberta offers you access to research talent, technical expertise, and unique facilities that can help accelerate technology development that serves both the private and public sector.

Intrigued? Here\xe2\x80\x99s some more information about the position:

The successful incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Shipping, receiving, and delivering materials throughout the building
• Providing mail distribution services and warehouse duties
• Operating company vehicles for maintenance, cleaning, and positioning
• Liaising internal and external clients, delivery, and transportation companies to ensure timely in-coming/out-going shipments and deliveries
• Interacting with the general public from time to time
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Covering for reception desk

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Three years of experience in shipping and receiving
• Ability to perform lifting up to 50 lbs on a consistent basis
• Ability to handle cylinder that is about 200 lbs
• Experience in shipping internationally and shipping dangerous goods
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to follow direction
• Computer proficiency
• Valid Class 5 Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License

Alberta Innovates offers a competitive wage in addition to opportunities for personal and professional achievement. Final candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance.

All interviewees must be able to meet the requirement specified in the Physical Demand Analysis. This document will be supplied during the interview process to the successful candidate. This competition will remain open until a successful candidate is found.

ALBERTA INNOVATES IS COMMITTED TO THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUITY IN EMPLOYMENT AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL INDIVIDUALS. WE WISH TO THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST. HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE INVITED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

Employment Status: Casual (No guarantee of hours)

Hours bi-weekly: As Needed

Classification: CB

Pay Grade: 03

Hourly Wage: $22.85 to $28.58

Alberta Innovates