Pure Hothouse Foods, marketed under the Pure Flavor® brand, is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers who share a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing, strong support for our retail & foodservice customers, and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing expertise. We are the next generation of vegetable growers, inspired to put quality, flavor, and customers first by providing greenhouse-grown vegetables from our farms that are strategically located throughout North America.
With a dedicated, energetic and highly skilled workforce, we believe our employees make the difference. We offer our employees the opportunity to advance their careers in our progressive, vibrant organization.
Job Summary:
The AZ Driver is responsible for ensuring safe local, pick-up and delivery of fresh produce and packaging supplies to Pure Hothouse Foods distribution centers.
Responsibilities:
- Local and cross border deliveries and pickups between growers, suppliers, and customers
- Complete required paperwork, circle checks, hour logbooks, truck cleaning checks
- Accurately complete paperwork and maintain records
- Load and unload goods using forklift or manual hand jack occasionally
- Report all equipment and mechanical issues to Warehouse Manager
- Present a professional and respectful manner with customers, vendors, and growers; customer service skills
- Other core expectations as defined by the company
Qualifications:
- Secondary school diploma or equivalent required
- Current AZ Driver License and a clean driver abstract, required
- Minimum three (3) years experience AZ driving, preferred
- Valid Passport required, must be able to legally cross the US-Canada border without restrictions; FAST pass preferred
- Knowledge of regulations governing truck transportation, including record keeping requirements
- Commitment to adhere to all security and safety procedures
- Excellent driving skills and the ability to show good judgement
- Ability to remain focused for extended periods of time and react quickly in emergency situations
- Ability to operate a manual hand jack and a forklift
- Proficient in English communication; oral, written and reading
- Steel toed shoes, required
Work Environment:
- Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; must be flexible.
- Work inside an enclosed vehicle while driving and exposed to varying outdoor conditions and weather while loading and unloading truck.
- The noise level in the work environment can be loud due driving conditions, packaging machinery and forklift truck operation during loading and unloading.
- The position involves lifting regularly up to 50-pounds and the ability to sit for prolong periods of time.
- Exposure to fluctuating and extreme temperature changes that can be seen in a refrigerated environment that range from 45-55°F or in a greenhouse from 90-100°F
Compensation & Benefits:
This position offers a salary range of $23 – $26 CAD hourly, commensurate with experience, skills, and internal equity. In addition, Pure Flavor provides a competitive total rewards package that includes company-paid benefits, RRSP matching, and paid time off.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, submit your resume to Pure Flavor today!
Pure Flavor is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment for all individuals, including candidates and employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable accessibility and accommodation legislation, including the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) in Canada and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the United States. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact our Human Resources department.
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