Delivery Driver/ Warehouse Assistant

Locally owned and operated since 1976, Sofa Land now operates 6 retail stores and two distribution centers in Alberta. If you’re looking to join an energetic and successful team, this could be the opportunity for you.

Position Summary

The Delivery Driver/ Warehouse Assistant will be responsible for helping us deliver and set up merchandise from the warehouse to customers’ home. Also, assisting with the day to day operations of the local warehouse in both shipping and receiving capacities, when necessary.

Job Responsibilities

Delivery Driver Duties

• Gather and prepare merchandise for delivery
• Daily local delivery of home furniture in the Calgary area
• Assist in the loading of merchandise in and out of trucks
• Securing your load in a safe and proper fashion
• Assist in the pulling and preparation of the merchandise for delivery
• Clean and wash delivery truck as required
• Notify management when service is required on delivery trucks

Warehouse Duties

• Assist with merchandise inspection and wrapping
• Assist in loading of delivery trucks and customer furniture load outs to ensure products are being sent
• Assist with the sorting and stocking of incoming shipments
• Assist in loading of transfer trucks

General Duties

• Follow all Nordic policies and procedures
• Maintain a safe work environment and report any deficiencies

Job Qualifications

• Class 5 license (air brakes not required)
• Physical capability to handle furniture
• Team oriented personality
• Ability to set up and prepare furniture
• Positive, energetic attitude and ability to work within a team environment
• Flexible and adaptable

Education

• High school diploma or GED

Experience

• 2-3 years of experience in a similar role

Work Environment and Compensation

We are a proud locally owned Canadian company that is growing and expanding. We offer competitive compensation and benefits package. Employees are also eligible to receive a generous employee discount!

To Apply

Please email your resume referencing the job title in your subject line. While we thank you for your application, only candidates considered for the role will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Calgary, AB T1Y 5J4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• delivery driving: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class G Licence (required)

Work Location: In person