West Coast Reduction Ltd. - Nothing Left Behind*. At West Coast Reduction, nothing is important to us. Because when there’s nothing left – that is when we’ve done our job. We collect food waste and by-products from food producers like farms, restaurants, bakeries and supermarkets, transforming them into ingredients used in animal feed, renewable energy and thousands of other products we use every day. Our efforts contribute to a sustainable local food supply and help us all live in cleaner and healthier communities. Visit www.wcrl.com to learn more. Based at our Vancouver plant, the Class 1 Driver is responsible for safely operating company vehicles while following instructions and routes from the Fleet Dispatcher or Fleet Superintendent. The role requires the delivery of exceptional customer service when interacting with customers. Often viewed as the face of the Company, Drivers are expected to act professionally both on the road and at locations of service when dealing with customers and the public. Wage: $33.26 - $41.58 WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? Build a stable career with a reputable, family-owned company of more than 450 employees Continuous training and development available Full compensation package provided to full-time employees (including extended health benefits) Generous RRSP matching for employee contributions after 1 year Take a look at our About Us video here: https://vimeo.com/396483325 RESPONSIBILITIES Drive scheduled routes to appointed customer destinations based on instructions from the Fleet Dispatcher and/or Fleet Superintendent As per the Raw Material Handling SOP WCRSW03, pick up high volumes of material from various locations including processors, abattoirs, and packing houses Monitor Raw material loads from customers into containers or trailers, and unload Raw Material loads from trucks and trailers as per pit dumping rules Maintain tools, equipment, and spill response kits. Understand the Conveyance clean and disinfect SOP WCRSC07 Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections Report issues or concerns related to vehicle maintenance, damaged containers and/or equipment or Customer to the Fleet Maintenance / Dispatcher in a timely manner Operate all equipment safely and efficiently Follow safety protocols and other procedures as dictated by WCRL or the customer’s requirements Perform shift work based on company business needs which evolve and change in response to customer demands Work overtime as instructed to ensure minimal downtime of facilities Adhere to the company Code of Conduct and all West Coast Reduction Ltd. policies Foster a positive team and company culture by ensuring treatment of others is respectful and aligned with company values Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor QUALIFICATIONS & FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS Qualifications Possession of a valid Class 1 Driver’s Licence with a clean abstract 3 years of experience in commercial truck driving or a similar environment an asset Strong knowledge of the Greater Vancouver / Lower Mainland area Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, with excellent communication skills Familiarity with operating hydraulic equipment required Functional Requirements Ability to frequently move, carry, lift, push and pull equipment up to 50 lbs without assistance and occasionally greater with assistance Physically capable of lifting container lids, climbing ladders, and pull-on cable hooks, and other heavy tools on a frequent basis Perform repetitive motions including bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing and reaching overhead above the shoulders daily Adaptable to adverse conditions including confined space, heights, cold weather, odours and exposure to animal by-products