Delivery Driver (Class 1 Or 3)

Shoemaker Drywall Supply is Western Canada’s premier supplier of building materials. Our team is made up of dedicated and hardworking individuals who together create a rewarding and welcoming work environment.

Our Cranbrook location is currently looking for highly motivated and customer-focused individuals for the position of Delivery DriverClass 1-3 with Air Brakes. Drivers are responsible for the safe operation of a commercial vehicle and the transportation of building materials and the placement on customer job sites. Together with other team members, the Driver works to exceed customer expectations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform circle-checks and complete logbook entries
• Ensure proper vehicle maintenance and servicing
• Verify load security and accuracy
• Communicate professionally with customers, co-workers, and other trades on job sites
• Maintain contact with dispatch and work to resolve issues as they arise
• Prepare trucks for reloading and assist warehouse staff as needed
• Transport loads safely following the rules of the road and representing the company to the highest standards
• Deliver materials to the assigned area as directed by the customer while prioritizing personal safety and the safety of those around you
• Act as an ambassador of the company with all employees and customers
• Follow all regulations, company policies, and procedures
• Other duties as assigned by management

The successful candidate must possess:

• Valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license with air brake endorsement
• Able to drive standard transmission
• A good standing current driver’s abstract is required
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of basic mathematics
• Basic hand tool skills
• Completion of high school preferred

Physical requirements include:

• Ability to lift and carry heavy loads
• Sitting for long periods of time
• Frequently climbing up and down stairs
• Pulling, pushing, bending and torso twisting movements to transfer building materials between truck and job site

Compensation

• Competitive Wages
• Benefits

• Health benefits including drug coverage, practitioner, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Retirement savings (RRSP or other)

• Perks - Company discounts (mobile phone, gym membership, boot allowance, etc.), training programs and opportunities for career advancement, group events, and more

Launch your career and discover opportunities for growth and advancement as part of the GMS Inc. family of companies. At Shoemaker, we empower our people with the independence and authority to make a difference. We invest in relationships and believe that every person is important. Our highest priority is serving others. We passionately pursue a safe work environment with a relentless focus on operational excellence. We believe you can never go wrongdoing the right thing.

If you believe your career goals and skillset are a good fit for Shoemaker Drywall Supplies and you will help take us where we want to go then we invite you to apply.

Shoemaker is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $24.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Licence/Certification:

• Class 1 or 3 license (required)

Work Location: In person