Delivery Driver - Seasonal Contract

Job summary

The delivery driver is responsible for the timely, accurate, and safe delivery of wine, spirits, and beer products to customers across Nova Scotia. This role also involves loading and unloading vehicles, performing routine vehicle maintenance, and providing professional customer service.

Job details

RAISE YOUR GLASS TO A NEW OPPORTUNITY! Bishop's Cellar has been providing world class wines to Nova Scotians since 2003. As a Delivery Driver you will be responsible for ensuring the timely, accurate, and safe delivery of some of the world's finest wines, spirits, and beers to our customers throughout Nova Scotia. You'll work alongside a passionate and dedicated group of people who share your love of the industry, and your commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. This is a seasonal contract position, ending January 2027. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Here's a Few Reasons Why We Love Where We Work * Competitive Hourly Rate - $20/hour * Monthly Transit Allowance Program * Employee Discount * Social Staff Events _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ What Your Day Will Look Like As a Delivery Driver, you will be part of a fast-paced and dynamic environment. You will play a critical role in ensuring our customers receive the best possible service, and that our wide range of products are delivered efficiently and on time. Hours: Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including weekdays, weekends, and holidays. This is a full-time position, and you can expect to be scheduled for up to 5 shifts per week. Extended hours may be required during peak periods. This is a seasonal contract position, ending January 2027. Work Location: Bishop's Cellar Warehouse - 3607 Strawberry Hill Street. Primarily driving and delivering throughout Nova Scotia, in various weather conditions. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ What You'll Be Responsible For Delivery Operations * Deliver products to business and home customers promptly and accurately, ensuring items are in excellent condition upon arrival. * Load and unload vehicles, ensuring proper handling and securing of items to prevent damage during transport. * Follow efficient delivery routes to optimize time. Customer Interaction * Provide friendly and professional service during deliveries, acting as a representative of the company. * Communicate effectively with customers regarding delivery times and any potential delays. * Address customer questions or concerns during delivery, escalating issues to the Customer Service Operations Manager when required. Vehicle Maintenance & Safety * Perform routine vehicle inspections to ensure safety and reliability, including checking tire pressure, fluid levels, and lights. * Report any vehicle maintenance issues or incidents immediately. * Maintain cleanliness, organization, and brand standards of the delivery vehicle. * Follow all traffic laws and company safety protocols to ensure safe operation of the vehicle. Inventory and Documentation * Verify delivery orders for accuracy before departing from the warehouse. * Obtain customer signatures or proof of delivery through designated systems. * Return any undelivered items to the warehouse and document reasons for non-delivery. Support for Warehouse Operations * Collaborate with warehouse and customer service teams to address operational requirements, as needed. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ What Will Help You Succeed You don’t require all the listed qualifications to add incredible value to our team. If you feel energized thinking about what you could accomplish at Bishop's Cellar, we would love to hear from you. Our ideal candidate has previous experience in delivery driving or logistics, and has a familiarity with GPS devices and navigation applications. Strong time-management and organizational skills are essential for this role. * Enthusiastic, friendly, and energetic with a genuine desire to provide outstanding customer service * Commitment to following safety standards and traffic laws * Ability to multitask, adapt, and thrive in challenging/changing situations * Positive attitude, punctuality, and solid work ethic * Ability to self-motivate and thrive in a team environment * Able to lift and carry boxes of merchandise weighing up to 40 lbs. * Thirst for knowledge and a passion for wine + food Must be 19 years or older. Position requires Criminal Records Check Completion, a Valid Driver's License, and a Clean Driving Abstract. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ People are at the Heart of Everything We Do Bishop's Cellar is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse team, who values your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Thank you for your interest in Bishop's Cellar. Those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The delivery driver is responsible for the timely, accurate, and safe delivery of wine, spirits, and beer products to customers across Nova Scotia. This role also involves loading and unloading vehicles, performing routine vehicle maintenance, and providing professional customer service.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, a clean driving abstract, and the ability to pass a criminal records check. Applicants should be at least 19 years old and capable of lifting and carrying merchandise weighing up to 40 lbs.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Monthly transit allowance program
• Employee discount
• Social staff events

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Logistics · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Delivery driving
• Logistics
• Customer service
• Time management
• Organizational skills
• Navigation applications
• GPS devices
• Vehicle maintenance
• Multitasking
• Communication
• Safety protocols
• Inventory verification
• Energetic
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Organizational Skills
• Lifting Ability
• Positivity
• Vehicle Inspection
• Warehouse Operations
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Valid Driver's License
• Cleanliness
• Customer Service
• Warehousing
• Merchandising
• Operations Management
• Operations
• Safety Standards
• Punctuality
• Time Management
• Loading And Unloading
• Reliability
• Enthusiasm

Job areas

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Customer Service & Support
• Retail
• Food & Beverage
• Delivery Driver
• Sales Delivery Driver
• Car, Taxi and Van Drivers
• Driver/Sales Workers