Courier Driver

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DHL Express currently has an opening for a Casual Courier Driver in Halifax, NS.

License: Class 5

Location: Halifax, NS

Position: Driver

Wage: $23.83/hour and will increase as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Shift: Availability is required for the role between 8:00am - 8:00 pm on an on call basis.

MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to drive a van
• Ability to lift and carry parcels, up to and including 70 lbs per piece, throughout shift.
• Demonstrated ability to work with customers
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and on-time within tight time constraints.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Complete assigned deliveries and pick ups and/or other tasks assigned by supervisor
• Meet security requirements
• Other warehouse duties as assigned by the shift Supervisor.
• Scan and process freight as per agreed procedures and Security Policies
• Move freight within the warehouse area as per requirements
• Accurately sort & process, by deadlines, in-bound material.
• Assist Tracing Department with thorough warehouse checks for missorts, on-hands, etc.
• Perform accurate reporting
• Participate in the organization and clean-up of the warehouse area.
• Participate in maintaining a safe and co-operative work environment

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalence
• Broad general working knowledge of warehouse functions.
• Good knowledge of MS Office. Comfortable Excel User
• Valid Class 5 drivers license
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent ability to multi-task
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure
• Able to handle bulky, heavy, awkward shipments.
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Clean driving Record
• Shall be able to interact with customers over phone and at the Service
• Minimum one year warehouse / customer service experience (asset)
• Understanding of First Choice Programs and Global SOP (asset)

Thank you for your application. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.

All applicants are required to pass interviews, a criminal and other background check in order to qualify for the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe we will gain through the recruitment and development of staff who represent the broad diversity of the Canadian workforce.