Our story began with a passionate idea that we could change the world.... And to be honest, we’ve never stopped believing that... In 1986 it was a simple concept that microbiology teamed with innovation and clinical contribution could eliminate an issue that was profoundly impacting the healthcare industry – HIV acquired through needle-stick injuries.
In Australia, we lived out our dream. Investing years into R&D to create the safest containment system in the world and taking on the industry status quo to petition for higher standards in sharps protection, we witnessed an 80+ percent reduction in disposal-related needlestick injuries nationwide. And then we kept going...
Job Description
Daniels Health is a well-established company, whose vision is to "Make Healthcare Safer" through the reduction of needle-stick injuries and cross-contamination throughout healthcare facilities.
We're actively seeking reliable, full-time, permanent Driver based in Kelowna, British Columbia.
What we offer:
Competitive hourly rate of pay offered. Competitive benefits - pension, health, dental, etc. Stable & growing company with long tenured employees
Responsibilities:
· Competently performs pre-trip and post-trips inspections with the intent of identifying and communicating minor and major defects to the Transportation Supervisor, and also completes daily driver log book using HOS application on mobile device.
· Loads and unloads truck by placing and securing items in such a manner that prevents damage to the products and truck, regular lifting will be required
· Local and out of town routes (Cranbrook Route)
· Working 3-4 days on the road (approx. 45-55 hours depending on the route)
· Ensuring all materials are properly packaged, and orders are fully complete and in accordance with the packing slip prior to trip departure.
· Deliver and collect products/waste containers in accordance with scheduled route and serves customers by understanding, resolving and/or forwarding customer questions.
· Diligently completes Daniels' commercial vehicle cleaning and disinfecting protocol on a daily basis.
· Accurately records information on packing slip and manifest, ensuring compliance with TDG Regulations.
Complies with all environmental & health and safety policies and procedures.
Requirements
Class 5 license with air endorsement. Ability to work Mon-Fri 5am start. Overtime after 45 hours . Must have winter driving experience and be able to chain up truck tires during winter months Driving a 5Ton box truck Shift: Mon/Wed/Fri: Kamloops Route, Tues: Penticton Route, Thurs: Salmon Arm Route. Occasionally lifting, pushing pulling weights of sixty pounds or more. Minimum of 12 months verifiable, related behind the wheel driving experience (within last 36 months). Clean Driver’s Abstract (dated within last 30 days). Ability to pass all pre-employment requirements, such as reference check, background check, pre-employment medical test and a driver's road test or equivalent. Ability and knowledge to safely load and properly block, brace, and secure materials. Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role. Ability to drive the vehicle safely in accordance with all traffic regulations. Ability to complete compliance paperwork and all shipping documents/bill of ladings
Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.