Job Overview
- WTC Group is an industry leader in specialty grain and crop logistics in BC and across Canada. As part of our long-term growth strategy, we have expanded our logistics warehouse operation in Port Coquitlam. We are looking for an organized, hardworking, and safety-conscious shunt driver to support our yard operations in a fast-paced work environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Operating a shunt truck to move trailers and containers between the yard and warehouse dock doors as well as between different parts of the storage yard.
- Reviewing incoming and outgoing transportation equipment for damages and other possible problems, ensuring that warehouse work can safely take place, or shunting a replacement unit while repairs or servicing can occur.
- Utilizing RF scanning equipment as well as manually tracking the location of trailers, containers and chassis in congested yard space adapting to changing workflow patterns.
- Knowledge of all safety measures relating to shunt truck operation and performing pre- and post-shift inspections for damage to vehicles, tire condition, fuel or other safety issues.
- Opening and closing container and trailer doors, in addition to cutting bolt seals and then safely storing or recycling the bolt seal pieces, as necessary.
- Complying with all yard safety rules, PPE requirements (hard hat, hi-vis vests, steel toes and gloves when necessary), guidelines and relevant legislation.
- Possible future line-haul work between WTC facilities or other intermodal sites depending on yard work volume and other priorities.
Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- Class 1 Drivers License and clean drivers abstract is preferred.
- Working comprehension of English with an ability to understand load planning and other important shipping documents; communicating orally with dispatchers, other shunt drivers and warehouse personnel when needed.
- Excellent organizational, time- and yard-management skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as a part of different cross-functional teams.
Work Environment
- Yard work and possible warehouse work that may include indoor and outdoor duties in various climates, temperatures and changing weather conditions.
- Noise and vibration from warehouse machinery, railroad equipment, and/or heavy trucks and transport.
- Dust and dirt that may include grain particulate as well as organic and inorganic odors.
WTC Group is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage everyone to apply. If you know of anyone else who may be interested in working with WTC Group please be sure to refer them to our job postings. Note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Port Coquitlam, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- We are hiring for our afternoon shift (3:30pm to midnight) and some weekends. Please confirm your availability for this shift by answering "Yes" to the following question: Are you available for 3:30pm to midnight scheduling and some weekends?
Experience:
- Truck Driving: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 1 Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
