Eagle Lake Nurseries Ltd. is an established company that is a leader in the Prairie nursery industry for over 50 years. We are a full-service wholesale supplier of nursery stock to the landscape, construction, and garden centre markets.
Eagle Lake Nurseries Ltd. is looking for a Class 1 Delivery Truck Driver. Position includes delivering plants to Calgary and area, as well as loading and unloading trucks. Trucks include Semi with flat deck trailer as well as 5-ton Crane truck, and Cube Van. Seasonal position with an average of 35 hours/week. May be required to work some Saturdays. Applicants should be physically fit, reliable, and familiar with the city. Crane operation experience would be an asset. Please provide a current driver abstract.
Employment Terms: Seasonal (thru October)
· Part-time to Full-time hours as required
· In-house training provided
· Monday – Friday (occasional Saturdays)
Job Description:
- Delivery of trees and shrubs into Calgary and surrounding area
- Loading and unloading trucks
- Securing loads with tarps and straps
- Operating a crane
- Unloading and moving plants at customer job sites
- General maintenance of truck and equipment
- Truck safety requirements
- Follow dispatch instructions and routes
- Required to complete shipping documents
Requirements:
- Valid Class 1 driver's licence
- Experience operating a crane or willing to learn
- Excellent customer service skills
- Professional and enthusiastic work ethic
- Available to work Monday to Friday average of 35 hours per week
- Able and willing to drive various trucks including flat deck with crane, club van, and semi's with drop deck trailers
Trucks:
· 5-ton flat deck with crane
· 24’ Cube Van Single Axle, air brakes required
· Semi with 48’ drop deck trailer
We offer a competitive wage based on experience.
Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal
Work Location: In person
