Class 5 Driver Jobs in New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
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New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Driver Class 5
About the role
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
DELIVERY & TRANSPORTATION
- Safely operate company vehicles (Class 5) to deliver products to customers and distribution points
- Ensure timely and accurate delivery according to assigned routes and schedules
- Load and unload products, ensuring product integrity and temperature control (if refrigerated)
- Verify delivery documentation, including invoices, returns, and inventory counts
VEHICLE OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
- Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report mechanical issues promptly
- Ensure compliance with all company and regulatory driving requirements
CUSTOMER SERVICE
- Provide professional and courteous service to customers
- Address delivery issues, shortages, or returns in a timely manner
- Act as a brand representative while interacting with customers
HEALTH & SAFETY
- Follow all safety procedures, including safe lifting practices and PPE requirements
- Comply with WorkSafeBC and company safety policies
- Report incidents, hazards, or near misses immediately
DOCUMENTATION & COMPLIANCE
- Maintain accurate delivery logs and records
- Submit required paperwork (delivery slips, returns, trip logs) daily
- Adhere to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION & LICENSING
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (BC)
- Clean Driver’s Abstract (required for insurance purposes)
EXPERIENCE
- Previous experience in delivery, route driving, or logistics preferred
- Experience with refrigerated or perishable goods is an asset
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Strong knowledge of Lower Mainland routes and traffic patterns
- Ability to manage time effectively and work independently
- Basic math and record-keeping skills
- Strong communication and customer service skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift and move items up to 25 kg regularly
- Ability to work in various weather conditions
- Repetitive lifting, bending, and driving for extended periods
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Early morning or variable shifts, including weekends as required
- Exposure to warehouse, dock, and road environments
- Occasional overtime based on operational needs
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Safety-focused mindset
- Reliability and accountability
- Customer service orientation
- Time management and attention to detail
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About Agrifoods International Cooperative
The traditional values upon which Agrifoods was founded underlie its commitment for continual innovation in order to serve its valued customers’ and consumers’ changing needs. Agrifoods’ family of brands – Organic Meadow, Rolling Meadow, Meadowfresh, Earth’s Own, Happy Planet and Happy Planet Creamery employ over 400 people and have become leaders in the health and wellness industry, producing a wide range of premium, on-trend, wholesome foods and beverages available from coast to coast. In addition, Agrifoods provides food grade tanker transportation services.
As a cooperative, Agrifoods is dedicated to building up and giving back to their communities through their socially and environmentally-conscious commitments, by investing in their employees and mentoring the next generation of dairy farmers and community leaders.