Handler and Driver
Full Job Description
The Big Bounce Theory is an event rental company that specializes in inflatables, tents, chairs, foam machines, tables, chairs, generators and more. The handler would be responsible for loading trucks/trailers arriving to delivery sites on time, interacting with customers, setting up units, taking them down, and unloading at our shop.
Must be able to interact with customers as the handler will be the face of the company representing the company at events. Ability to lift and move heavy objects, tow a trailer with a truck, and punctuality is a must!
Education
Experience
- Customer facing experience
- Hauling 10ft -16ft trailers with a truck
- Transporting heavy equipment with a dolly
- Loading/unloading half ton trucks
Work setting
- Locations will usually be different
- Some warehouse setting
Tasks
- Arrive on time and in proper attire
- Hitch a trailer
- Use a dolly to load and secure units in a truck or trailer
- Contact customers when you are on your way
- Follow customer instructions
- Set up in a safe and timely manner
- Arrive once event has ended to begin equipment takedown
- Ensure everything is packed up
- Bring units back to our shop
- Unload truck or trailer placing equipment in their correct places
Transportation/travel information
- Must have reliable transportation as we operate just outside of Sherwood Park
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Must be available for long hours on weekends
- Heavy lifting required
- Repetitive tasks
- Can sometimes get dirty
- Often outside so must dress for the weather
- Frequent driving to new locations
Weight Handling
Personal suitability
- Physical strength
- Spatial awareness
- Ability to tow trailers with a truck
- Well spoken
- Good coordination
- Ability to navigate to new places in a timely manner
- Must provide own proper PPE
- MUST PASS A BACKGROUND CHECK
Work Language:
Hours
- up to 35 hours/week depending on bookings and availability
Job Types
- Casual, Seasonal (May until October) with a possibility to extend occasionally during winter
Contract length
Salary
- $15.00/hr to $20.00/hr depending on age/experience
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Flexible Language Requirement
Schedule
- 10-hour shift
- 12-hour shift
- 8-hour shift
- Day shift
- Every Weekend
- Holidays
Supplemental pay types
Language
Licence/Certification
- Allowed to work in Canada (required)
- Class 5 driver’s license (required) with a clean Driver’s Abstract.
- Must obtain a clean criminal record check.
Work Location
Job Types: Casual, Seasonal
Pay: $15.00-$20.00 per hour
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Flexible language requirement:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Application question(s):
- What is your availability like during the Summer? Will you be able to work longer hours consistently on the weekends and at times with short notice?
- do you have a reliable form of transportation? If so, what is it?
- What work experience do you have that is relevant to this role?
- Tell us why you want to work for The Big Bounce Theory
- Are you comfortable with lifting heavy objects consistently?
Experience:
- Trailer Driving: 1 year (required)
- hauling a trailer: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- work permit to work in Canada (required)
- class 5 driver's license (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-05-01
