Courier/Sorter Relief 173

Job summary

The role involves picking up and delivering customer packages while resolving delivery issues, as well as sorting freight by destination and weight in a warehouse setting. Responsibilities also include conducting vehicle inspections and scanning packages to ensure accurate tracking and delivery.

Job details

It’s not a package. It’s a promise®. As Canada’s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, we’ve been helping promises get where they need to be for more than 60 years. How does the magic happen? The journey starts with you. The places we go, the elements we brave, the promises we deliver – it’s all possible because of our people. So, whether you’re looking to build new skills, make an impact in your community, or inspire your team, we go there for you. Shift: 25 hours/week - Flexibility to work various shifts based on company needs. Pay Rate: $19.28/hour when working the Sorter shift $21.84/hour when working the Courier shift Location: 42 Parkway Dr, Truro Heights, NS Description Courier: The Courier picks up and delivers customer packages to meet daily pick-up and delivery schedules and resolves problems as they arise. Sorter: The AM Sorter sorts and separates freight by destination, weight, size, and shape to meet client delivery schedules.Responsibilities Courier: Pick up and deliver customer packages to meet daily pick-up and delivery schedules Scan packages / mail as it is received, delivered, or returned to the depot at the end of the day Resolve problems as they arise while on the road in collaboration with Dispatch and customers Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections using a package scanner and electronic-Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (E-DVIR) Sorter: Unload freight from curbside trucks onto the conveyor and from conveyor into curbside trucks Unload freight off conveyor or chute for load-out Loads freight into linehaul / cube truck or trailer Preload mail and packages into curbside delivery vehicles Manually transfer bulk or non-conveyable items Scan all shipped or received mail or packages to identify improperly sorted packaged mail or packages and mail marked for priority or weekend delivery Education Completion of High School Completion of specific vocational courses Valid Class 5 driver’s license Experience 3 years of driving experience and clean driver’s abstract to drive delivery vehicles. Skills Domestic ShippingCourier ServicesShipping and Receiving OperationsPhysical Efforts Physical Efforts-Physical strength - Lifting/Lowering upto 70 poundsMental Efforts Mental Efforts-Problem solvingMental Efforts-Attention to Details RequiredMental Efforts-Concentrated attention for prolonged periods of timeMental Efforts-Long periods of drivingLanguage Requirement: Proficiency in English is required for this position due to the frequent communications that must be conducted in English with various stakeholders. This requirement is justified by the nature of the responsibilities and operational needs. POSTING DETAILSLocation: 173 - Truro Working Conditions: Warehouse Environment; On the Road Posting Number: 69665 Purolator is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all qualified applicants and provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request. Purolator complies with Canadian law in all recruitment practices. During pre-screening, we may use an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool, supported by human oversight, to efficiently manage tasks such as resume screening and candidate matching, enabling our team to connect with qualified candidates faster. Personal information is used solely for recruitment and managed in accordance with privacy legislation. For AI-related inquiries only, contact [email protected]. To apply, visit our Careers Page. We recognize that employees and their families are essential to our success. We strive to provide a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace, ensuring the right people have the tools they need to thrive. Every day at Purolator is an opportunity to connect with colleagues, customers, and communities to make a positive impact. Learn more about our values at www.purolator.com.

What you’ll do

The role involves picking up and delivering customer packages while resolving delivery issues, as well as sorting freight by destination and weight in a warehouse setting. Responsibilities also include conducting vehicle inspections and scanning packages to ensure accurate tracking and delivery.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and a valid Class 5 driver's license. A minimum of 3 years of driving experience with a clean driver's abstract is required.

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred
• Logistics · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Courier services
• Shipping and receiving
• Freight sorting
• Package delivery
• Vehicle inspection
• Problem solving
• Attention to detail
• Driving
• Scanning
• Logistics
• Pre-Trip And Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections
• Vehicle Inspection
• Valid Driver's License
• Artificial Intelligence
• Communication
• English Language
• Warehousing
• Resume Screening
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Trades
• Unclassified
• Courier / Messenger
• Messengers, Package Deliverers and Luggage Porters
• Couriers and Messengers