Courier/Sorter Relief 170
- Sydney, NS
- On-site
- Posted Sep 20, 2026
- 1 position
$22 / hour
Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Part-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- High school
- Apply by
- Sep 26, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 20 hours per week
Job summary
The Courier/Sorter Relief is responsible for loading and unloading trailers, scanning packages, and performing deliveries to customers. They must also conduct vehicle inspections and resolve operational issues while on the road.
Job details
It’s not a package. It’s a promise®. As Canada’s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, we’ve been helping promises get where they need to be for more than 60 years. How does the magic happen? The journey starts with you. The places we go, the elements we brave, the promises we deliver – it’s all possible because of our people. So, whether you’re looking to build new skills, make an impact in your community, or inspire your team, we go there for you. Shift: 20 hours/week - Flexibility to work various shifts based on company needs. On-Call as needed. Pay Rate: $19.28/hour when working the Sorter shift $21.84/hour when working the Courier shift Location: 140 Industrial Dr, Sydney, NSDescription The Courier/Sorter Relief is a hybrid role. The shift could be on the dock, loading and unloading packages from the trucks, or you could be required to work the Courier shift of delivering packages to the customers. Called in as needed to cover shifts for 20 hours/week - Does not conform to a regular schedule.Responsibilities Pick up and deliver customer packages to meet daily pick-up and delivery schedules Load and unload trailers/trucks Scan packages / mail as it is received, delivered, or returned to the depot at the end of the day Resolve problems as they arise while on the road in collaboration with Dispatch and customers Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections using a package scanner and electronic-Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (E-DVIR) Unload all curbside vehicles Load line haul trailers to ensure all pre-scheduled departures are met Scanning/Cubing/Reweighing Additional Responsibilities Education Completion of High School Completion of specific vocational courses Valid Class 5 driver’s license Experience 3 years of driving experience and clean driver’s abstract to drive delivery vehicles. Skills Domestic ShippingCourier ServicesShipping and Receiving OperationsPhysical Efforts Physical Efforts-Physical strength - Lifting/Lowering upto 70 poundsMental Efforts Mental Efforts-Problem solvingMental Efforts-Attention to Details RequiredMental Efforts-Concentrated attention for prolonged periods of timeMental Efforts-Long periods of drivingLanguage Requirement: Proficiency in English is required for this position due to the frequent communications that must be conducted in English with various stakeholders. This requirement is justified by the nature of the responsibilities and operational needs. POSTING DETAILSLocation: 170 - Sydney Working Conditions: Warehouse Environment; On the Road Posting Number: 69392 Purolator is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all qualified applicants and provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request. Purolator complies with Canadian law in all recruitment practices. During pre-screening, we may use an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool, supported by human oversight, to efficiently manage tasks such as resume screening and candidate matching, enabling our team to connect with qualified candidates faster. Personal information is used solely for recruitment and managed in accordance with privacy legislation. For AI-related inquiries only, contact TalentCOE@purolator.com. To apply, visit our Careers Page. We recognize that employees and their families are essential to our success. We strive to provide a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace, ensuring the right people have the tools they need to thrive. Every day at Purolator is an opportunity to connect with colleagues, customers, and communities to make a positive impact. Learn more about our values at www.purolator.com.
What you’ll do
The Courier/Sorter Relief is responsible for loading and unloading trailers, scanning packages, and performing deliveries to customers. They must also conduct vehicle inspections and resolve operational issues while on the road.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma and a valid Class 5 driver's license. A minimum of 3 years of driving experience with a clean driver's abstract is required.
Listed skills
- Customer service · Preferred
- Problem solving · Preferred
- Attention to detail · Preferred
- Vehicle Inspection · Preferred
- Logistics · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Package delivery
- Loading and unloading
- Scanning
- Problem solving
- Vehicle inspection
- Shipping and receiving
- Customer service
- Driving
- Attention to detail
- Logistics
- Communication
- English Language
- Detail Oriented
- Warehousing
- Artificial Intelligence
- Valid Driver's License
- Vehicle Inspection
- Loading And Unloading
- Resume Screening
- Pre-Trip And Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections
Job areas
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Trades
- Courier
- Courier / Messenger
- Messengers, Package Deliverers and Luggage Porters
- Couriers and Messengers