Forklift Driver/Driver - Part Time

Job summary

The delivery driver is responsible for safely transporting products to local and regional locations while maintaining accurate inventory records and delivery documentation. They must also perform vehicle inspections, assist with warehouse organization, and provide professional customer service during deliveries.

Job details

Position Overview The Delivery Driver plays a key role in distributing Pelee Island Winery products locally and regionally, ensuring timely and safe deliveries while maintaining excellent customer service. As a representative of the Pelee brand, professionalism, patience, and strong communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate should have experience with liquor delivery, strong time management abilities, and attention to detail in documentation and inventory tracking. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Driving & Delivery Execution: * Safely operate company vehicles to transport goods to various locations. * Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, ensuring it is in safe operating condition. * Route planning to optimize delivery efficiency and minimize delays. * Execute deliveries on schedule while maintaining high customer service standards. * Handle and transport liquor responsibly, following legal regulations. * Communicate with central dispatch using mobile communication equipment when necessary. * Scan and sort freight or cargo for delivery, ensuring accuracy. * Record fuel and mileage data for tracking purposes. * Other duties as assigned by Manager. Customer Service & Communication: * Provide courteous and professional service to customers during deliveries. * Maintain clear and effective communication via text, email, or phone with the logistics team and clients. * Address customer inquiries and resolve delivery-related issues as needed. Inventory & Warehouse Management: * Assist with order picking and preparation before delivery. * Ensure proper documentation and tracking of deliveries, including invoices and receipts. * Maintain organization within the warehouse, including light cleaning and stocking. * Follow Transportation of Dangerous Goods regulations. Vehicle Maintenance & Safety: * Conduct regular vehicle safety checks and schedule maintenance as needed. * Ensure compliance with all traffic laws and company safety policies. * Handle materials manually and operate delivery equipment safely. * Other duties might be assigned by the supervisor. Skills & Qualifications: * Valid Ontario "G" license. * Good knowledge of GTA highways, roads, and traffic patterns. * Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. * Strong time management skills to meet tight delivery schedules. * Patience and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. * Basic mathematical skills for order verification and documentation. * Experience in liquor delivery is preferred. * Familiarity with electronic devices such as GPS, computers, phones, and printers. * Documentation skills for recording fuel usage, mileage, and delivery records. * TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods) certification is considered an asset. * Forklift certification required. Physical Requirements: * Ability to lift and carry up to 20kg over 20 meters repeatedly. * Adequate vision for driving and route navigation. * Ability to sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle. * Handling materials manually, including bending, twisting, and repetitive motions.

What you’ll do

The delivery driver is responsible for safely transporting products to local and regional locations while maintaining accurate inventory records and delivery documentation. They must also perform vehicle inspections, assist with warehouse organization, and provide professional customer service during deliveries.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid Ontario 'D' license with a clean driving record and hold a forklift certification. Strong knowledge of GTA highways, effective communication skills, and the physical ability to lift up to 20kg are required.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Inventory tracking · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Route Planning · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Forklift operation
• Delivery driving
• Route planning
• Inventory tracking
• Customer service
• Time management
• Documentation
• Vehicle maintenance
• Transportation of dangerous goods
• Order picking
• Communication
• Mathematical skills
• GPS navigation
• Safety compliance
• Pre-Trip And Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections
• Maintenance Scheduling
• Patience
• Good Driving Record
• Professionalism
• Dangerous Goods/Hazmat Transport
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Lifting Ability
• Effective Communication
• Forklift Certification
• Planning
• Customer Service
• English Language
• General Mathematics
• Warehousing
• Invoicing
• Order Picking
• Time Management
• Automobile Handling
• Warehouse Management
• Traffic Patterns
• Customer Inquiries
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Food & Beverage
• Trades
• Forklift Driver
• Forklift / Pallet Jack Operator
• Lifting Truck Operators
• Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators