Driver - Class 1

POSITION OVERVIEW

Drivers are responsible for picking up farm fresh eggs from our suppliers (Alberta farmers) and delivering packaged, graded eggs to our customers within Alberta and British Columbia. Drivers must ensure open lines of communication with dispatch to ensure efficient route planning and supply pickup from our reload sites. Drivers must also laisse with clients on site as required ensuring satisfaction of delivery. Professional demeanor and conduct are necessary to be successful in this role.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate a tractor trailer unit to pick up eggs from producers in a timely and safe manner.
• Complete paperwork (farm slips), ensuring the amount of product being picked up at each location is correct.
• Operate a tractor trailer unit to deliver eggs to our customers in a timely and safe manner.
• Oversee all functions of the vehicle, such as condition of the vehicle, equipment, and materials, loading and unloading, and safety and security of the load.
• Check the reefer temperature to ensure the functionality of the refrigeration system before leaving the yard.
• Maintain the general upkeep and care of the vehicle, reporting any maintenance/operating problems.
• Observe all safety, traffic, and criminal laws and regulations while operating a company vehicle.
• Participate in all assigned company training.
• Maintain standards of professionalism, both in appearance and in interactions with customers and the public in general.
• Follow established HACCP (food safety), biosecurity, and health and safety procedures.
• Ensure all food safety issues are communicated with the Distribution Manager.
• Live by the company’s mission, vision, and values.

• Build and maintain positive working relationships with all levels of staff.

• Other duties as assigned by the Distribution Manager or Logistics Maintenance & Safety Coordinator.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Ability to read, write, and speak in English, with knowledge of basic math skills. Grade 12 education preferred.
• Five years of Class 1 city and highway driving experience.

• Valid Class 1 license with air brake endorsement. License must be current and driving record must be acceptable.
• Equipment Operator’s Certification to operate the forklift and pallet jack, or the ability to obtain certifications.

• Must be skilled at backing up and manoeuvring 35-53-foot tandem axle trailers into difficult and constricted areas.
• Previous warehouse experience considered an asset.

• Must be able to communicate and work well with others as part of a team, demonstrating politeness, respect, and courtesy in communication and daily interactions.
• A mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND CONFIDENTIALITY

P&H Foods Inc. and our affiliates are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. This applies to all employment practices within our organization, including recruitment. Hiring decisions are made based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

The incumbent will be working in a proprietary environment. Policies and procedures are shared between the P&H Foods Inc. group of companies. Discussion of these with non-P&H Foods Inc. affiliated employees is strictly forbidden.

HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL

• Work in compliance with divisional and legislative health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods.
• Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts.
• Report defect in any equipment or protective device.
• Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks.
• Participate in all required health, safety and environmental training.
• Report any accidents/incidents to supervisor.
• Assist in investigating accidents/incidents.
• Refrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct.