Straight Truck Driver

ID  264113
Location  Guelph, ON Canada
Schedule  Mon-Fri; 7:00am-3:30pm
 

The Position

Melitron is seeking a dependable DZ‑licensed Driver with proven experience to operate our 28-foot straight truck running daily customer deliveries and materials pick-ups. In this role you will manage the safe, efficient transport of our finished goods from our Guelph facilities to our customer sites within the GTA and Golden Triangle. All local deliveries – no long hauls or overnight stays. Return trips will often include retrieval of materials from our supplier sites within the same geography. The schedule may vary, as start and finish times can shift based on daily delivery requirements. As Melitron’s brand ambassador when interacting with our business partners, the ideal candidate will demonstrate strong safety awareness, reliable time management, and a commitment to representing Melitron with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Logistics Coordinator execute timely delivery and retrieval of goods according to daily schedules and shifting priorities
• Assume ownership for ensuring the safe operating and well-maintained condition of the delivery straight truck in coordination with the maintenance team.
• Validate the quality of product prior to loading on your vehicle and the accuracy/comprehensiveness of accompanying shipping documents for both delivery from Melitron and retrieval from suppliers.
• Verify that loads are secure and safe for transit prior to departing, and practice safe driving techniques at all times.
• Ensure that documents are signed by customer receiving personnel upon safe delivery.
• Maintain a professional and polite demeanor through all business partner interactions.
• Support internal material logistics as needed, including packing of materials, loading or offloading trucks, and transporting inter-facility truck loads on Melitron campus.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• DZ license with clear abstract.
• Lift Truck Certification.
• Flexibility to adjust hours to accommodate customer priorities.
• Ability to interact with external customers professionally.
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).

We thank you for your interest in working for Melitron.  Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  Melitron is an equal employment opportunity employer.  If you require a specific accommodation, please let us know when selected to take part in our recruitment process.