Delivery Driver

Job Summary

We are a growing company, currently seeking dedicated, adaptable individuals to join Grimco. Grimco is a national wholesale sign supply manufacturer and distributor that has been around for over 145 years with 50+ locations in the United States, 8 in Canada, and recent expansion into the United Kingdom. At Grimco, we would be nothing without the success of our Delivery Driver Team. The Delivery Driver Team demonstrates determination, competitive drive, and an eagerness to learn all facets of our company. They must also possess the drive to make an immediate impact on a growing company. Never satisfied with the status quo and always hungry to learn more.

This role is located at our Toronto Branch with the scheduled hours of 7:00am to 3:30pm Monday through Friday (sometimes fluctuate depending on the required route).

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Drive company vehicle to deliver products to customers along specified delivery routes in a safe and efficient manner.
• Handle all orders with care to ensure goods are received in good condition without damage or defect.
• Provide exceptional customer service while making deliveries, communicate feedback and concerns to warehouse and sales teams.
• Load and unload delivery trucks, both by hand and forklift/other lift assist equipment.
• Collect payment for Cash on Delivery orders including cash, cheque, and credit card payments.
• Perform regular safety checks on vehicle, and complete driver log book as required by provincial legislation.
• Follow all traffic and driving laws at all times - safety first!
• Perform other duties as assigned (warehouse support, housekeeping, maintenance, special projects, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-5 years previous experience driving vehicles for delivery/commercial purposes.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License with clean Drivers Abstract.
• Completed High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Computer literate: Printing Tickets, Shipping Software, MS Office Suite, Internet Navigation, and ERP system experience.
• Current and valid Forklift Certification is an asset.
• Ability to lift 50bs+ solo regularly - both lateral and overhead.
• Ability to sit, stand and walk for a full work day. Ability to repeatedly bend, twist, squat, kneel, and lift.
• Safety Conscious at all times!
• Professional appearance and ability to communicate and interact with individuals from all backgrounds.
• Strong work ethic - dedicated to get the job done.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Clean criminal and work reference histories.
• Interest in growing with Grimco - potential overtime hours, and supervisory duties in the future, etc.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Employee is eligible to sign up for insurance policies (Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Life, Voluntary Life & Accident, Critical Illness)
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
• High potential for growth
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Accrual (PTO Rollover)
• RRSP Contributions with Matching Program
• Eligible for Employee Recognition Prizes
• Employee Referral Benefits
• Volunteer Time Off

Training & Development

• 3 weeks of focused training time, followed by ongoing training/coaching
• Majority of time training is focused on: products, computer systems, logistics, safety, & human resources.
• Split between break-out session and hands-on learning environment.
• Rotation within departments for a diverse look at how employees approach tasks and achieve goals.
• Paid training period.

About Grimco

Grimco is a national wholesale sign supply manufacturer and distributor with over 50 locations across North America. We focus on distributing quality products and providing excellent service to the sign industry. Our offering of sign supplies includes traffic signs, blanks, substrates, boards, digital print media, wrap films, sign vinyl, application tape, banner material and supplies, sign frames, banner stands, LEDs and electrical accessories, grand format solvent/UV/latex printers, inks, software and more.

Why Work at Grimco?

• We’re excited to be in business for over 145 years! We are a growing company that continues to evolve in our industry.
• We foster employee development that is focused on tailoring employees career paths based on their talents, strengths, and interests.
• We promote from within – our strong performers become our strong leaders.
• We have a fantastic team throughout North America and are proud of our reputation of being the most informed and educated supplier in the industry.
• Our executives and managers are extremely accessible and work on the front lines of our business!

What Separates the Good from the Great at Grimco?

Those who are successful at Grimco demonstrate determination, competitive drive, and an eagerness to learn all facets of our company. They must have a strong desire to provide exceptional customer experiences, constantly prepare for future leadership and they are hungry to make an immediate impact on a stable, growing company. This is what we seek in our distribution teams!

Interested in hearing more? Check out our website https://inspire.grimco.ca/careers to learn where we came from, where we are today and where we are going tomorrow.

We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and are happy to provide accommodations upon request at all stages of the recruitment process. Should you require any disability-related accommodation to support your participation in our recruitment process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs

By completing this online application for employment, you certify that the information on this application is true and complete to the best of your knowledge. You understand that any misrepresentation or omission of fact in response to any inquiry made in this application may result in rejection of application or, if hired, dismissal whenever it is discovered. You authorize and release all parties from any liability or damage that may result from seeking, furnishing, or using such information. You understand and agree that, if hired, your employment is for no definite period and may, regardless of the date of payment of compensation, be terminated by Grimco, Inc. at any time, for any or no reason, with or without notice. You understand that no representation to the contrary is valid unless in writing, setting a definite term of employment, and signed by the company's CEO. You further understand and agree that any job offer is contingent upon your passing, to the company's satisfaction, a drug and/or alcohol test, criminal background check and other possible screenings. You understand that this application is active for 90 days only, and if you do not hear from the company but still wish to be considered for employment after 90 days, you will need to fill out a new application.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00-$19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• English not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Work Location: In person