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About the Role

This role will drive established routes to collect garbage dumped outside our designated charity donations bins and deliver these items to the waste drop-off site. You will understand and promote the mission of the National Diabetes Trust to the general public and volunteers, and operate vehicles in compliance with laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Drive established routes to collect garbage dumped outside designated charity donations bins and deliver to the waste drop-off site.
• Understand and promote the mission of the National Diabetes Trust to the general public and volunteers.
• Operate vehicles in compliance with applicable laws and regulations in a safe and responsible manner.
• Conduct pre and post trip inspections.
• Complete and submit appropriate paperwork daily.
• Complete and submit Hours-of-Service Logs and associated paperwork daily.
• Carry proof of valid driver’s license, valid plate permit registration, Commercial Vehicle Operator Registration/National Safety Code Registration documentation, and associated vehicle inspection and Hours of Service documentation.
• Check in with dispatch at the beginning, mid-day, and end of the scheduled route.
• Provide an appropriate message card to each donor.
• Complete and properly log all assigned pick ups.
• Unload merchandise as instructed.
• Return all equipment to the office at the end of each day.
• Report route discrepancies with dispatch.
• Ensure only authorized personnel ride inside the truck.
• Participate in all required driving related NDT education, initiatives, directives, and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as required to ensure effective Operations function.

Requirements

• Grade 12 Education or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read maps.
• Ability to handle 10-50 lbs. loads.
• Ability to drive a 3-Ton (16 foot) straight truck.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to map routes for efficient pickup.
• Ability to project a positive business-like image to the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to provide calm assistance to upset clients.
• Ability to maintain a public relations attitude even during stressful situations.
• Ability to understand and follow written or verbal instructions.
• Good command of the English language.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Must have Full Class 5 and / or G license or higher, passenger car or light truck.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years actual driving experience at the above level (2 years if the driver has received professional commercial vehicle training).
• Must have a clean driver abstract, less than 21 days old, with no violations or accidents within the last 3 years.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Must have a valid work permit or study permit if applicable.

Skills

• Organizational skills
• Route mapping
• Public relations
• Effective communication
• Customer service

Work Type

• Part Time
• Night Shift

Experience Level

• Minimum of 5 years actual driving experience (2 years with professional commercial vehicle training)

Education Level

• Grade 12 Education or equivalent experience

Salary/Compensations

• Hourly Wage: 19.03

Benefits

• $1500 signing bonus
• Pay progression as per the Collective Agreement
• Monthly bonus for Top Drivers program
• Registered Pension Plan (100% Employer-paid) once eligibility criteria are met
• Corporate discounts through Perkopolis, Value Village and GoodLife Fitness

About the Company

• The National Diabetes Trust is Canada’s largest charitable clothing and small household good collection service.
• With more than 5,000 donations bins and an active home pick-up service in communities across Canada (excluding Quebec), we collect unwanted gently used clothing and household items, using them to raise much-needed funds for Diabetes Canada.
• Each year, the program diverts more than 100 million pounds of clothing and household items from landfill sites across Canada.
• As an employee on the National Diabetes Trust team, you are part of our national coverage in 2,500 communities, with 28 operations and 100 trucks.
• Join a team that is making a difference raising money for life altering charitable programs, all while helping the environment.

Equal Opportunity

• At National Diabetes Trust, we are guided by our values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, and Respect.
• We believe in the importance of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
• We are committed to bringing people together in a respectful, inclusive and supportive environment, no matter their age, gender, identity, race, ethnicity, religion, income, sexual orientation, or where they live.
• In July of 2020, we signed the BlackNorth Initiative CEO pledge and will hold ourselves accountable in meeting those commitments.
• NDT welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including people of all genders, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.
• We value a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
• We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements, please advise us during the recruitment process.