Overview

Truck Driver Jobs in Dartmouth, Canada at The Salvation Army in Canada

Title: Truck Driver

Company: The Salvation Army in Canada

Location: Dartmouth, Canada

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Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE

SUMMARY:

The role is focused on safe, timely and effective delivery of goods from the Salvation Army Distribution Centre (DC) or other assigned locations to SA Ministry Units (MU) or other assigned locations as well as safe collection of donated materials from donor locations and delivering them to SA MU, DC, or other assigned location.

Accountabilities

  • Capable of driving vehicles including either 3‑ and 5‑ton commercial vehicles as well as cube vans or panel vans.
  • Prior to departure complete daily circle check report also throughout day inspect vehicle for defects and maintain fuel and fluids etc.
  • Maintain daily CVOR log as per regulation.
  • Load and operate vehicle as per the ministry of transportation regulations.
  • Maintain a clean drivers abstract and clean driving record (report any changes).
  • Inform supervisor of any driving or vehicle infractions.

Customers And Donors

  • Maintain a presentable appearance with clear Salvation Army logo insignia visible.
  • Present a friendly and cooperative demeanor in line with Salvation Army standards.

Distribution Centre

  • May be required to operate a fork‑lift/hand cart to load, unload or move food, toys, other items within the centre.
  • Build or assist in the building of skids for delivery.
  • Accurately count product being delivered.
  • Other related warehouse duties as assigned.

Organizational

  • Prepare and submit any paperwork in a timely manner as required.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment (vehicle, warehouse, and yard).
  • Provide any daily communication of service comments from ministry units, suppliers, or other contacts.
  • Adhere to The Salvation Army policy and procedure.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

  • Ensures warehouse safety policies and practices align with WSIB, MOL, TSA, and all other applicable requirements.
  • Responsible to work within compliance with the provincial Occupational Health and safety act.
  • Responsible to report any infractions or problems in accordance with policy and procedure.
  • Assist in ensuring that all new employees and volunteers are made aware of emergency procedure and are prepared to implement them immediately as necessary.
  • Wear appropriate safety equipment as needed.

Performs other work‑related duties as assigned.

Critical Relationship Management

Conduct routine interactions. Clarify information.

Internal:
Staff, management, volunteers, clients.

External:
Donors, community.

Managerial/Technical Responsibilities

  • Reports directly to the DRC Manager.
  • Direct reports:
    None.
  • Supporting and training as needed any new Driver II and III.

Financial And Material Management

  • Considerable material responsibility.
  • Uses or maintains organization assets in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Does not process any financial transactions with no budget responsibilities.
  • May use a fuel credit card for fueling purposes only.

Working Conditions

  • May be exposed to various temperatures and outdoor conditions (freezer).
  • Generally exposed to occasional periods of physical strain.
  • Require ability to apply physical force to move/lift/transport materials up to 50 lbs.
  • May be required to work outside of regular business hours or at alternate locations on occasion.
  • Some day or short‑term travel may be required.

Education, Experience And Qualifications

  • Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
  • Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.

Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.

Education, Qualifications And Certifications

  • Completion of High School Diploma.

Experience And Knowledge

  • 1 year of safe driving experience.
  • Valid full Driver’s License for the province; an original copy of a current Driver’s Abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
  • In some cases, a current forklift operators’ certificate may be required.
  • Strong navigation skills.
  • Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Skills And Capabilities

  • Demonstrated safe driving practices.
  • Strong sense of integrity and…

 

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