Driver; Material Handler Job Saskatoon area,Saskatchewan Canada,Transportation

Position: Driver (Material Handler)

Job category: Supply chain and logistics
Job posting : 8633

Employment status: Casual
Position's anticipated start date: asap
Possible schedule/FTE: 0.1
Number of positions available: 2

Classification: SEIU 333 - SASK
Salary/Rate of pay: $23.2680

Final date to receive applications: Open until filled

This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

Your up-to-date resume.

We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the .

Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives — including your own.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you’re looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and discover a role where your work is meaningful, your purpose is clear, and your impact is felt every day.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Casual
Driver (Material Handler) to join our dynamic Logistics team in SK-Saskatoon
.

The Logistics team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by utilizing best practices to ensure the safe transportation of personnel, donors, equipment, blood products and supplies. Our Drivers do more than drive. In this role, you will assist in setting up booths, tables, and other equipment to ensure mobile donor events are ready for use in addition to transporting people and products integral to Canada’s Lifeline.

Formula for success

Utilizing your experience with driving and transportation you will ensure that blood and blood products are transported in accordance with safety measures and procedures and are kept at an appropriate temperature. You will also ensure the safety of employees, donors and/or volunteers travelling with you.

Drawing on your knowledge of safe transportation procedures and your attention to detail, you will conduct pre-trip inspections to ensure equipment is in proper working order, and accurately complete all required documentation.

Leveraging your customer service skills, you will assist the collections team by greeting and helping donors book or rebook appointments as required.

You will assist with setting up systems and Wi-Fi connections for mobile events by utilizing your familiarity with technology and aptitude for learning new programs.

Utilizing your superior interpersonal and communication skills you will work with staff to carry and set up/dismantle equipment and supplies. You will also load and unload equipment and supplies at donor centre sites and upon return to centre.

Desired education and skills

Completion of high school diploma or equivalent.

Must possess a valid Saskatchewan Class 4 drivers license or 1-3 with knowledge test and a clean commercial drivers abstract from within the last 30 days.

Minimum 24 months verifiable professional driving experience as a commercial vehicle driver, within the last 3 years.

Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new systems and programs.

A willingness to learn procedures in a regulatory environment.

Ability to communicate effectively in English. A second language is considered an asset.

What we offer you

Safe vehicles are provided with stringent maintenance schedules and inspections.

Payment in lieu of vacation.

Payment in lieu of holidays.

Premiums paid according to the collective agreement.

Defined benefit pension plan.

Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

Variety in your job, including ongoing training and development.

What you can expect

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