Position Summary
Position Title: AZ Shunt driver / Cross dock worker
Location: Oshawa, ON
Duration: Full-time: Monday to Thursday 2:00 pm to 12:30 am
Description:
The primary role is to operate a Forklift, loading and unloading refrigerated commodities. Responsibilities include safely loading and unloading cargo, securing loads for transportation, and putting delivery bills together for driver routes. You will also be responsible for moving trailers in and out of the dock with a shunt tractor.
Responsibilities:
- Load and Unload daily trailer loads of refrigerated goods
- Put paperwork together for drivers to complete runs next day
- Shunt trailers in and out of doors and set refer temperature accurately
- Document all inbound/outbound shipment paperwork accurately
- Dispatch drivers their trailer numbers and help them when required
- Ensure all paperwork is accurately completed
- Other tasks assigned
Requirements: (Change as needed)
- Experience moving trailers with a shunt truck. Valid AZ License required.
- Flexibility in working night shifts
- Ability to lift approximately 35 Kilograms
- Clean CVOR, abstract and satisfactory background check
- Forklift Certification
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent self-management and organizations skills
Why work for Canada Cartage?
- Dedicated 24-Hour Dispatch Coverage
- Home daily or weekly
- Modern, clean Fleet
- Competitive pay
- Extended health and dental, retirement plans
- Paid personal days and sick days
- Stability; full-time, steady hours
- Positive team, hard-working atmosphere
- Safety-oriented company
- Perks: such as company phone, uniform/safety boots allowance and discount programs for gym memberships, auto services, cell phone plans, etc.
- Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbecues and driver-appreciation week that regularly bring us together.
- Awarded as a Top Fleet Employer in since 2017
- Come work with a company named “Canada’s Best Employer 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022” in Transportation & Logistics by Forbes
Application Process
We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.
We are a Top Employer!
Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers 2022. This is the sixth straight year that Canada Cartage has been included on this list. https://tinyurl.com/yrn5ue54
We’ve also been recognized for the 8th year in a row by Trucking HR Canada as one of Canada’s “Top Fleet Employers”. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.
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We’re growing! We have also been ranked in the top 10 of Today’s Trucking top 100 ranking of Canada’s largest for-hire truck fleets for 2022. https://hubs.la/Q017bTLd0
Celebrating 100 years: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3S-CtHQhVY
Why do we have one of the lowest driver turn-over rates in Canada? A team environment, short-haul regular routes and great benefits. Come work with us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpMA1riOzPI
Our Values
Integrity:
We conduct our business with honour, honest and ethics with our people, the environment and legal matters. We believe I am transparent and trustworthy, respecting the traditional “handshake” value system and earning our way in.
Humanity:
We are a family minded organization, caring for people and treating them with dignity, decency and respect, be it employees, customers, suppliers or our partners. Open door policy and dealings is our way.
Accountability:
Accountability and accessibility to our staff, customers and our customers’ customers is of utmost importance to us. We enable a high level of two way communication, providing access to people who will deal with issues and have the willingness to resolve things. We will be relied on and held accountable for our results and our long term commitments.
Collaboration:
We understand that results are the product of a team effort. As part of our process, we ensure collaboration with all our staff at all levels in all roles across departmental lines. With our customers, we use a collaborative style approach, sharing ownership to ensure a successful operation.
Dedication:
Our organization is employee and customer-driven. We encourage an environment of conscientious effort and earnestness, hiring problem solvers who are responsive and have a “can-do” attitude to get the job done.
Leadership:
Personal leadership to us means being competent, taking ownership, demonstrating initiative, and having a voice. Corporate leadership to us means being leaders in the market, continuous improvement and innovation, and empowering those around you.
Come Work With An Industry Leader!
Committed to employment equality, Canada Cartage Systems LP encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, members of visible minority groups, women, and all other protected status.
Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined in meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA at any point in your application or employment duration, please let your local Human Resources Representative know.
Why You Will Love Canada Cartage
As an iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we offer dedicated fleet solutions, freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals and distribution centres, we simplify complex logistics through innovation and technology.
Rooted in family values and an entrepreneurial spirit, we partner with top Canadian brands to create outstanding customer experiences. Founded in 1914, we continue to lead the industry with innovative fleet solutions and a commitment to excellence.
