Yard Shunt Truck Driver Distribution Center Colleague
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Job Location:
Pitt Meadows - Canada
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Yard Shunt Truck Driver / Distribution Center Colleague is responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers and containers within the yard loading docks and designated areas to support warehouse and transportation operations. This role ensures that trailers are positioned in a timely manner to maintain smooth loading and unloading processes and minimize downtime for both warehouse and driver teams.
As a Distribution Center colleague you will assist with receiving shipping and processing of all goods in an accurate and efficient manner. You will also complete routine documentation of pick sheets manifests and unload lists.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operate yard shunt truck (Ottawa/Jockey/Terminal tractor) to move trailers within the yard and between dock doors.
- Maintain accurate trailer inventory and communicate trailer movements with the dispatch or warehouse team.
- Inspect trailers and ensure they are in safe and serviceable condition before moving.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the shunt truck daily.
- Spot trailers at doors for loading and unloading according to the schedule.
- Assist with yard organization and ensure all equipment and trailers are parked safely and in designated areas.
- Maintain communication with warehouse supervisors dispatchers and incoming/outgoing drivers.
- Adhere to all company safety policies procedures and yard rules.
- Report any damage mechanical issues or safety concerns immediately.
- Support other yard or warehouse duties as assigned.
Compensation:
The hourly wage for this role is $24.00 - $28.00 per hour depending on experience.
Qualifications :
- Valid Class 1 or Class 3 drivers license (depending on jurisdiction).
- Clean drivers abstract with a proven record of safe operation.
- Minimum 12 years of shunt or truck driving experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of yard safety protocols and trailer spotting procedures.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced outdoor environment in varying weather conditions.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Reliable safety-conscious and detail-oriented.
What this role brings to you:
- The possibility of being part of a dynamic team and culture
- The opportunity to have a rewarding career with various prospects for career advancement across different functions and teams
- A great benefit package for full-time colleagues (including medical vision dental life insurance)
- A free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program available to you and your family.
- Paid Vacation
- An amazing colleague discount on all JYSK products
- On-Site free parking
- Yearly allowance for work boots
What you bring to the role:
- Perform well with time sensitive deadlines
- Clean drivers abstract
- Valid Class 1 drivers license
- Minimum 1 year of previous driving experience
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
If this sounds like an opportunity for you come join JYSK and experience it for yourself!
Additional Information :
JYSK Canada is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage all candidates to apply. Our company values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive culture where Colleagues can fully develop and utilize their talents and strengths. We consider all applications on the basis of the position requirements and we do so without regard to any unrelated factor and/or characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.
Physical demands that are required include mobility (walking standing climbing bending etc.) and manual material handling (lifting pushing pulling carrying etc.). Movement of product by use of ladders and stock pickers is required.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Inventory Control
- Basic Math
- Paratransit
- Tanker Experience
- Van Driver
- Box Truck Experience
- Commercial Driving
- Commercial Vehicle Experience
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Manual Transmission Experience
- Driving
- Heavy Lifting
About Company
As one of world’s leading and fastest-growing home furnishing retailers, we know what it takes to build a satisfying career. The company is very proud of the inclusive and collaborative culture. Our values – Tradesman, Colleague, and Corporate Spirit – are not just words on the lunchr ... View more
