Job Description

Northstar Access has been a trusted provider of scaffolding, shoring, swing stages, and other access solutions in Canada for over 50 years. Northstar’s customers depend on them for high-quality products, exceptional installation services, industry-leading experience, and a dedicated focus on safety. Since 2012, Northstar has expanded from its original location in Southern Ontario, and now operates from 5 branches across Ontario, Manitoba, and British Columbia, employing more than 250 experienced professionals.
Our Northstar Access yard in Winnipeg, MB is where we house and store our gear and equipment. Our yard workers play a very important role in facilitating the movement of our scaffolding gear to our customers who rent the material or have us build it for their project. We are looking to expand our yard team through an opening for a Yard Shipper/Receiver & Driver. Ideal candidates will have strong, self-directed work ethic, and work well with others. You must be able to work in various environmental conditions as this position works primarily outdoors. There is also heavy lifting involved due to the nature of our products. Ultimately, we are looking for reliable and motivated people who don’t shy away from hard work.
Responsibilities:

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  Operate flatbed vehicle to pick up and deliver scaffolding gear and equipment
• Manual loading and unloading required frequent lifting up to 50lbs occasional lifting up to 100lbs
• Perform pre-trip inspection of vehicle
• Deliver gear and equipment over established routes in a timely manner

• Ensure correct loading of vehicle and safety strapping/fastening of gear and equipment
• Operate vehicle in a safe manner, obeying all rules of the road
• Comply with all company policies and procedures regarding the delivery of goods
• Record information on pick-ups and deliveries, vehicle mileage, fuel costs and any problems

encountered

• Communicate with main office dispatch
• Manual loading and unloading of gear and equipment in a safe manner, using provided tools as

appropriate (e.g. dollies, lifts, etc.)

• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
• Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
• Maintain logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status, following applicable

provincial and federal regulations.

• Communicate effectively with the E&D crews, customers, and co-workers
• Perform periodic inspections before, during, and after delivery to ensure that load is properly

fastened down and is secure

• Provide feedback to supervision regarding customer or crew problems, mechanical problems, or

delivery problems

• Complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift. May include, but not limited to, daily

logs, inspection logs, delivery receipts, vehicle inspection, hours of service, etc. Loading/unloading delivery vehicles in a safe manner with frequent lifting up to 50lbs

• Order picking, ensuring accuracy

• Counting, stacking, and organizing scaffold gear

• Safety checks of gear and equipment

• Keeping yard clean and organized

• May operate company vehicle to deliver gear to customer or project sites

• Understand and adhere to the company’s safe work practices and regulations

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

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  High school education or GED

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

• Must be able to provide a clean drivers' abstract

• Commercial driving/delivery experience
• Able to communicate both verbally and in writing
• Frequent lifting up to 50lbs occasional lifting up to 100lbs
• Strong interpersonal skills
• High level of customer service commitment
• Able to work efficiently as part of a team, as well as independently
• Organized and attention to detail
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations
• Must be able to work Full-time with minimal supervision; must be self-directed

• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments where temperatures will range throughout the various seasons with exposure to cold and hot temperatures
• Constant use of arms and hands to reach for, handle, carry, and manipulate objects up to 50lbs and occasionally up to 100lbs
• Standing, walking, knelling, crawling, crouching occurs frequently

You’ll love working at Northstar Access because:
The People. You will be surrounded by some of the most talented, smart, supportive, and passionate teams – people you can be proud to work with.
The Business. Northstar Access Inc is an industry leader in access solutions in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia.
Management & Ownership. Northstar’s ownership and management team are long-term focused. We are focused on making the right long-term decisions for the business and bringing in values-orientated individuals who can grow with the company over the long term. Being privately-owned and Canadian focused, we are not focused on quarterly financial results or short-term objectives.
COVID-19 Protocols in Place:
To keep our employees safe we practice social distancing, masks, hand sanitizer, daily monitoring, and safety awareness talks. You can read more about our COVID-19 policies here.
Northstar Access is an equal opportunity employer. We value and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls or agency, please.