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Pay Rate: $20.40 per hour

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for loading and unloading freight, scanning and sorting freight within the facility.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Knowledge of FedEx Canada operations and Canadian customs regulations (preferred)
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to successfully complete all basic and periodic training
• Must be able to lift 70 lbs (32 kg) and maneuver any package weighing up to 150 lbs (68 kg) using appropriate equipment

DISCLAIMER

This job description is general in nature and is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position. The job holder must perform all other duties as assigned, must be able to complete and meet the minimum thresholds for all mandatory testing and training, must be able to operate in a Windows PC environment, have the ability to complete all recurring training and maintain annual certifications where applicable, and work variable shifts depending on business needs.

If the job holder resides in the province of Quebec, they must be bilingual (French and English).
In addition to the usual selection process factors, all applicants for positions requiring driving as a core skill must possess a valid driver’s license (e.g., Class 5, G, or 1 [AZ]) and a driving record with two or fewer violations and/or accidents in the 24 months preceding the date of application. Furthermore, candidates will be evaluated based on:

1. Their current driving record
2. Their performance during interviews
3. Their results in any administered driving skills assessments

Additional Job Posting Information

• Hiring for a part-time position
• Workdays: Monday to Friday (shift starts at 4:30 AM)
• Saturday and Sunday shift: starts at 5:00 AM
• Note: Shift times and schedules may change based on operational needs

Salary: CA$ 21.00per hour

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: Will train
  Work setting
• Courier company
  Tasks
• Deliver and pick up messages, parcels, and other items by hand
• Operate and drive automobiles, vans and light trucks to pick up and deliver various items and products
• Professionalism in customer service
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Load and unload goods
• Use maps and other trip planning aids
• Record trip information such as vehicle mileage, fuel costs and any problems
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
  Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
• Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)
  Security and safety
• Driving record check (abstract)
  Transportation/travel information
• Valid driver’s licence
  Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
  Weight handling
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
  Own tools/equipment
• Cellular phone
  Personal suitability
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality
  Workplace information
• On the road job
  Other benefits
• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week

Pay: CA$30.97 – CA$35.11

Who We Are

Wallenius Wilhelmsen (WW) is a global leader in shipping and logistics, with over 155 years of experience and almost 10,000 employees across 29 countries. In Vancouver, we operate one of Canada’s premier vehicle processing terminals, employing over 300 union and exempt staff.

As the sole Auto Terminals operator of the Port of Vancouver, located on Annacis Island, we handle, accessorize, and distribute nearly 100% of all Asian-manufactured vehicle imports for the Canadian market. We serve more than a dozen of the world’s top auto manufacturers, including Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, and more.

Why Join Wallenius Wilhelmsen?

• Super competitive hourly wage – $35.11/hr Rail Loader rate guaranteed only on Sunday (Mon to Thurs if put in the Yard will be $30.97/hr)
• Additional company-paid 15% RRSP Contribution (No Matching required)
• 100% company-paid extended health benefits, medical, dental and vision coverages
• In-depth paid training up to 5-6 weeks
• Collaborative teams and supportive supervisor in a union working environment
• Stability and security – we are an unique global company operating the Auto Processing terminals for The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority. Our people have been working for from 5+ up to 30+ years ( and still counting) and keep referring their family and friends to come work for us

Job Description:

Here is what an ordinary day of work might look like:

• Perform duties to prepare railcars for shipment such as: opening and closing railcar doors, setting bridge plates, blowing trash out of railcars, chocking vehicles, chock replacement.
• Load and unload vehicles onto railcars in compliance with company quality standards.
• Ensure vehicles are spotted according to customer standards within the rail car.
• Ensure vehicles are properly spaced within the rail and secure vehicles according to customer standards onto outbound railcars.
• May be required to perform repairs or maintenance on safety equipment and rail cars.
• Perform maintenance on buck loader/ramps: including but not limited to lubing the railcars, graphite door tracks, and other moving mechanical parts, etc.
• Perform monthly inspections on bridge plates and paint bridge plates as needed.
• Perform other tasks necessary to maintain the rail yard, such as, picking-up trash, and broken chocks. etc.

Job Requirements:

This Role is a Great Fit If You Have

• Minimum Grade 12 education
• Have a valid BC Class 5 (Not L/N) driver’s license (a MUST) and a good driving record which can be obtained from ICBC.
• Be able to proficiently drive vehicles with manual AND automatic transmissions.
• Physical requirements: frequent walking, bending, reaching, crouching, balancing, and climbing ladders (at heights of 20 feet), pushing, pulling, and lifting (up to 60 lbs.); also requires periods in confined spaces with low light
• Previous experiences in construction, roofing, landscaping, warehouse, truck delivery preferred
• Work is primarily outdoors in all types of weather
• Able to meet production goals, commitment to quality and safe work practices
• Able to listen, comprehend and take direction well
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Positive, “can-do” attitude and strong communication skills
• Dependable and punctual – excellent references required