Why you'll love Canada Cartage

An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery.

With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada's largest and most trusted supply chain service providers.

Driven to exceed customer expectations, and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.

We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with Canadian leading brands.

Canada Cartage is deep rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered and high performance is championed.

A recognized thought leader and founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.

Position Summary

The Swamper is responsible for assisting the driver with all duties related to loading and unloading the truck, as well as providing the driver with assistance with all other duties related to transporting freight.

Work closely with drivers to secure and verify the cargo, ensure proper weight distribution, and conduct pre-trip inspections to confirm equipment readiness.

Location:
Oshawa

Schedule:
Availibilty requried for morning, night and weekends

What you will do

• Reads maps and gives the truck driver the most efficient directions to the destination, alongside safely directing parking and backing up.
• Collects and transports deliveries from warehouse to designated stores and customers.
• Assists the truck driver in monitoring and servicing truck for proper operation, daily, informing the dispatcher or transportation manager of necessary repairs or safety hazards.
• Inspect cargo for damage, discrepancies, or irregularities, reporting any issues to the driver or supervisor.

What You'll Bring

• 6 months up to 1 year
• Ability to regularly lift and carry approximately 40 kilograms / 90 pounds
• Flexibility in working both early and late shifts as well as weekends
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Less than High School, but has basic reading, communication and arithmetic skills to follow direction
• Training will be provided

Along with the following Skills & Competencies:

• Superior customer service
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 90 lbs., with assistance, regularly
• Team Player
• Time management skills
• Ability to read and write to record pickups and maintain daily records

Why people love working for Canada Cartage

• Cohesive team and a positive, hardworking atmosphere.
• Meaningful opportunities for career growth.
• Company wide recognition initiatives designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork and our core values.
• Perks discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few
• Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driverappreciation week that regularly bring us together.
• We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.
• We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.

We are a top employer

• Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada's Best Employers for six straight years in a row.
• Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected for the 8th year in a row, as one of Canada's Top Fleet Employers. In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage's reputation as an employer of high quality.
• We've been acknowledged by Forbes 2023, as one of Canada's Best Employers for Diversity

Come work with an industry leader
Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

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