Local 5-Ton Delivery Driver

Job summary

The driver is responsible for performing morning truck checks, delivering seafood products to airports, and maintaining a clean vehicle. When not driving, the role involves supporting the inside team with lobster shipment preparation, packing, and loading/unloading trucks.

Job details

Company Overview Fisherman’s Market International Inc. is a leading seafood retailer, wholesaler, and exporter, specializing in fresh, frozen, smoked, and salted seafood. Established in 1948, we bring over 75 years of industry expertise, with a focus on quality and sustainability in all our products. We are committed to responsibly sourcing seafood and work closely with local suppliers to deliver premium offerings to customers nationwide. As a proud member of the Mersey Group, alongside Scotia Harvest and Mersey Seafoods, we continue to expand our reach, exporting to over 20 countries while maintaining a strong local presence. At Fisherman’s Market, we are more than just a business – we are a team driven by excellence, innovation, and a passion for seafood. Position Summary We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Local 5 ton Delivery Driver to support our delivery team. Truck would be 5 ton (8-10 pallet trucks), Automatic (no brake). Clean driving record class 5 license required. Key Responsibilities Morning truck checks Maintain a clean vehicle Delivery of products to Airports and other pick up drop offs as required Other duties to help support the inside team When time allows you would support the inside team with Working inside the lobster room helping to prepare shipments for Airport delivery Prepare boxes and materials for shipping orders. Pack lobster required for shipping Load and unload delivery trucks efficiently and safely Operate pallet jacks or forklifts (if certified or trained) Follow all safety and handling procedures Qualifications Previous experience in local delivery an asset or strong knowledge of local routes Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly A strong understanding of the Halifax regional Municipality geography. Job Type: Full-Time Hours: 38 – 45 hours per week, depending on the time of year. Salary: $19.00 per hour, depending on experience to start. THE BEST PEOPLE IN THE BUSINESS Our motto at Fisherman’s Market is “Quality, Service, Variety & Value”. It's reflected in the excellence of our products, but also applies to our hard-working team— on the boats, in the plants, or at the counter, because when you’ve been an industry leader for over 70 years, you really do need the best people at the helm.

What you’ll do

The driver is responsible for performing morning truck checks, delivering seafood products to airports, and maintaining a clean vehicle. When not driving, the role involves supporting the inside team with lobster shipment preparation, packing, and loading/unloading trucks.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean driving record and have a strong understanding of Halifax regional geography. The role requires physical fitness to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Listed skills

• safety procedures · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Class 5 driver license
• Delivery driving
• Route knowledge
• Pallet jack operation
• Forklift operation
• Loading and unloading
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Physical fitness
• Safety procedures
• Shipment preparation
• Pallet Jacks
• Shipment Preparation
• Good Driving Record
• Organizational Skills
• Lifting Ability
• Strong Work Ethic
• Innovation
• Palletizing
• Seafood Preparation
• Loading And Unloading
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

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

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