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 5 Driver is responsible for safely operating company vehicles while following instructions or scheduled routes from the Fleet Dispatcher and Fleet Superintendent. The role requires the delivery of exceptional customer service when servicing grease traps. 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: $26/hr
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
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RESPONSIBILITIES
Drive scheduled routes based on instructions from the Fleet Dispatcher and/or Fleet Superintendent to collect grease trap materials at customer’s locations
Service grease traps and empty grease trap trucks as required
Maintain tools and equipment (hoses, grease trap tools, wands, etc.), and spill response kits
Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections
Report issues or concerns related to vehicle maintenance, damaged traps 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 5 Driver’s Licence with a clean abstract
Strong knowledge of Greater Vancouver / Lower Mainland area
Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, with excellent communication skills
Functional Requirements
Ability to frequently move, carry, lift, push and pull equipment such as grease trap lids, up to 50 lbs, without assistance and occasionally greater with assistance
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