AZ Drivers
Company: Hendriks Greenhouses
Location: 5095 North Service Rd, Beamsville, ON
Employment Type: Part-time, On-Call, Weekends
Are you an experienced and dependable AZ Driver looking for flexible weekend work with the opportunity for additional hours? Hendriks Greenhouses is seeking a motivated AZ Driver to join our team on an on-call basis for weekend runs and seasonal support.
About the Role:
As an AZ Driver, you'll play a key role in the safe and timely transportation of floral and plant products across Ontario, Quebec, the Maritimes, and potentially the United States. This position requires physical strength, reliability, and excellent customer service. You will be driving during non-standard hours and must be adaptable to changing delivery requirements based on season and program demand.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operate AZ-class vehicles to complete deliveries within Ontario and occasionally to Quebec, the Maritimes, and the U.S.
- Deliver primarily on Saturdays (starting ~12:30am) and Sundays (starting ~9:00am), totaling approximately 6–10 hours on Saturday and 3–4 hours on Sunday, depending on the route.
- Load and unload floral carts, skids, and boxed plants using lift gates.
- Ensure all cargo is securely fastened and protected in transit.
- Provide excellent service to customers during deliveries and obtain required signatures/documentation.
- Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report any safety or mechanical issues.
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Keep trucks clean and fueled after each trip.
- Remain flexible to adjust hours and routes with seasonal fluctuations (e.g., holiday peak periods, vacation/sick coverage).
What We're Looking For:
- Valid AZ license, with a clean driving abstract and CVOR.
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Minimum 3 years of AZ driving experience – a letter from an insurer or employer confirming experience is required.
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Willingness and availability to work weekends, early mornings, and overnight shifts as needed.
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Reliable and self-motivated, with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
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Capable of pushing/pulling heavy carts and securing product safely using lift gates.
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Committed to safety, customer satisfaction, and following company and regulatory procedures.
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Previous experience transporting perishable or live goods is considered an asset.
- Open to future long-haul trips, including U.S. runs.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity for extra hours during high-demand periods.
- Work with a dedicated logistics team in a growing company.
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Competitive hourly compensation and supportive work environment.
- Position can start immediately for the right candidate.
If you are a dedicated and experienced driver looking to be part of a thriving company, we encourage you to apply!
We thank all candidates for their interest however only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.
At Hendriks Greenhouses, we are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. Please advise the Human Resources Department if you require accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection processes and/or within the work environment. Information received for accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.