Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Casual Driver (Material Handler) to join our Logistics team in BC-Kelowna. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe transportation of personnel, donors, equipment, blood products, and supplies, and will assist with the setup of mobile donor events.
What You'll Do
- Ensure blood and blood products are transported according to safety measures and kept at appropriate temperatures.
- Ensure the safety of employees, donors, and/or volunteers travelling with you.
- Conduct pre-trip inspections to ensure equipment is in proper working order.
- Accurately complete all required documentation.
- Assist the collections team by greeting and helping donors book or rebook appointments.
- Assist with setting up systems and Wi-Fi connections for mobile events.
- Work with staff to carry and set up/dismantle equipment and supplies.
- Load and unload equipment and supplies at donor centre sites and upon return to centre.
What We're Looking For
- Completion of high school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid British Columbia, class 4 unrestricted driver's license.
- Clean commercial driver's abstract from within the last 30 days.
- Minimum 24 months verifiable professional driving experience as a commercial vehicle driver within the last 3 years.
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn new systems and programs.
- Willingness to learn procedures in a regulatory environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Nice to Have
- A second language is considered an asset.
Team & Environment
You will be part of the Logistics team.
Benefits & Compensation
- Hourly wage: $28.65.
- Safe vehicles provided with stringent maintenance schedules and inspections.
- Payment in lieu of vacation.
- Payment in lieu of holidays.
- Premiums paid according to the collective agreement.
- Defined benefit pension plan.
- Employee discounts, wellness program, and professional resources.
- Variety in job, including ongoing training and development.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in BC-Kelowna.
Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.
