Transportation Representative

As a Transportation Representative - Driver for APL this position comes with numerous positive aspects that can be both professionally gratifying and personally fulfilling. Your work ensures that laboratory samples reach medical facilities on time, which is vital for accurate diagnoses and timely treatments. By facilitating the transportation of important medical specimens, you help ensure public health and safety. Your efforts help in the early detection of diseases and the monitoring of health trends in the communities. You interact daily with laboratory staff, healthcare workers, and clients, these connections can lead to a strong sense of community and teamwork in a critical healthcare environment. Your work has a direct impact on patients' lives. Every specimen you transport contributes to someone's diagnosis and treatment. This position is a rewarding experience that contribute positively to both your life and the lives of others. We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Driver to support our laboratory operations. You will be responsible for the accurate and timely transport of laboratory samples from collection sites to our laboratory testing facilities, ensuring that all specimens are handled under strict safety and regulatory standards. You will be responsible for following established protocols to maintain the integrity of samples, properly documenting deliveries, and adhering to all regulatory requirements. Your commitment to timely execution and thorough communication with laboratory personnel will directly impact patient care and diagnostic accuracy. You can make a difference in your community by working for APL. APL offers a unique mix of personal and professional rewards that can lead to a deep sense of purpose and satisfaction. Please note that the schedule for this position is Wednesday-Friday from

As a Transportation Service Representative, your role will be to deliver and pick up a range of products including, but not limited to, mail, specimens, lab supplies, mail, and blood products to and from Rapid Response Labs, Patient Care Centres, and client offices in a timely manner and according to an established routine, in accordance with APL standards, regulations and policies. Working independently, you must use appropriate storage methods to maintain integrity of cargo. You must adhere to all safe driving regulations and vehicle maintenance procedures. Maintenance of vehicles as well as coolers and transport boxes is also involved.

• Classification: Transportation Representative
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Specimen Procurement and Dispatch
• Primary Location: Base Laboratory
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.60
• Posting End Date: 10-NOV-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 01-DEC-2025
• Temporary End Date: 07-DEC-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 6
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $22.82
• Maximum Salary: $29.05
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Must hold a valid Class 5 Alberta Operator's Licence.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Physical capability to lift up to 50lbs and transport specimen and equipment as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum 1 year of experience as a commercial driver and or previous courier role is an asset.

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.