Shipper/Receiver/Trucker, Physical Plant, Competition #UNIFOR-21-05, Thunder Bay, ON
INTERNAL
Shipper/Receiver/Trucker
Physical Plant
Thunder Bay Campus
Full Time, Permanent
Unifor
Competition #UNIFOR-21-05
Primarily an 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. shift, Monday to Friday
When required, hours of work may be modified to address the needs of the University
DUTIES:
- Receives and unloads incoming goods, assisting the Receiver/Shipper Lead Hand in recording relevant goods information and maintaining records;
- Enters appropriate information into the computer database;
- Loads trucks in preparation for delivery;
- Unloads trucks subsequent to pickup of goods;
- Moves goods, by truck, between University buildings and between the University and off‑campus locations;
- Moves goods within buildings by hand, cart and/or dolly to/from pickup/drop-off points;
- Packs, labels and loads goods being shipped by the University and assists the Receiver/Shipper Lead Hand in completing/maintaining shipping records, including Transportation of Dangerous Goods documentation;
- Operates and maintains appropriate machinery, e.g. truck and forklift;
- Works in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, WHMIS Regulation, other health and safety related legislation and standards and with such workplace practices as outlined by his/her immediate supervisor;
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Grade 12 education;
- Experience in shipping and receiving practices;
- Must have current WHMIS training, Transportation of Dangerous Goods certification, defensive driving certification as well as forklift certification or must be certified during trial period;
- Must have a current valid driver’s licence of the appropriate class with a clean driving abstract;
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions;
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including performing heavy manual work such as lifting, carrying and/or pushing/pulling heavy objects up to 100 lbs on a daily basis as well as performing very heavy work in excess of 100 lbs on an occasional basis;
- General knowledge of recognized practices, safe work habits and techniques, including traffic laws and defensive driving principles;
- Some clerical ability required, including computer skills/aptitude;
- Ability to deal courteously with staff, students and the general public;
- Familiarity with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, its regulations and other health and safety related legislation and standards.
A conditional offer of employment will be extended to the successful applicant. On evidence that a candidate is able to meet the physical demands of the essential duties of the job, as determined through the completion of a pre-employment screening, a final offer of employment will be extended to the candidate. The screening will be based on the Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) of the job. A copy of this will be available prior to interviews.
Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, resume and the contact information for three references, quoting competition # UNIFOR-21-05 by 4:30 p.m. on September 23, 2021 to:
Office of Human Resources
University Centre
Room UC-0003
Fax: 807-346-7701
Email: careers@lakeheadu.ca
Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.
We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Please ask us how we may help you by contacting the Office of Human Resources, Lakehead University, (807) 343.8334 human.resources@lakeheadu.ca.