Driver - Stores Worker - Vancouver, Canada - The City of Vancouver

The City of Vancouver
The City of Vancouver
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Vancouver, Canada

1 month ago

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Description

Requisition ID:38124


Company


Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation.

Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world's most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world.

Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.


Main Purpose and Function


Working as part of a team, the Driver - Stores Worker performs a variety of logistics functions at VFRS Stores and HUSAR warehouses, including making deliveries, operating a forklift, cycle counting, receiving and issuing materials, maintaining records, working with little direct supervision, and other duties as assigned.


Reporting to the Inventory Planner/Buyer II or Manager, Warehouse and Operations; works collaboratively with warehouse employees; frequently interacts with a wide range of internal City of Vancouver employees and external contacts.


Specific Duties and Responsibilities

  • Operates vehicles including all fire apparatus in accordance with delivery schedules and adheres to safe driving practices.
  • Performs a variety of tasks related to materials management and logistics at VFRS Stores including sorting, storing, moving, counting inventory; receiving, selecting, measuring and issuing equipment and materials to customers; packing and labelling goods.
  • Purchases materials from retail outlets as requested by customer using a pcard with a limit of $2000 per transaction;
  • Performs warehouse maintenance functions, and checks equipment for condition or damage and recommends repair or replacement.
  • Maintains inventory and delivery records; prepares simple reports; verifies the accuracy of data using enterprise software; and, exports data to other software packages for further analysis by Manager and Planner/Buyer II.
  • Responsible for following safety procedures and identifying and correcting safety hazards as necessary.
  • Other duties related to the work of the Branch, as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

  • Completion of grade 12 or equivalency and sound related experience in the operation of a commercial vehicle and preferably some warehouse work, supplemented by clerical work, computer training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Class 3 B.C. Driver's License with Air Brake Endorsement is required.
  • Certification to operate forklift is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Working knowledge of established departmental procedures and processes.
  • Thorough knowledge of the traffic rules and regulations governing the safe operation of a vehicle.
  • Considerable knowledge of municipal streets and traffic routes.
  • Ability to understand and effectively carryout written and oral instructions.
  • Some knowledge of warehouse methods, procedures and regulations.
  • Ability to use relevant of computer programs including skill in the use of inventory management equipment and systems.
  • Ability to work independently, maintain attention, juggle multiple priorities, and to work with and meet competing deadlines.
  • Ability to maintain tools, equipment and the work area in a clean and orderly manner.
  • Physical strength and agility, sufficient to meet the demands of the job: lifting, bending, reaching, and carrying, including moving heavy items and climbing stairs.
  • Ability to work comfortably at heights.
  • Must possess excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, and be able to develop and maintain effective and positive working relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts.
  • Proven ability to work as a member of a team, and a willing attitude.
  • Knowledge and experience of Vancouver Fire & Rescue operations and products would be an asset.

Driver's License and Record Checks:

  • A valid Class 3 BC Driver's license with Air Brake Endorsement is required.
  • The license must not include any restrictions that would affect the ability to legally and safely carry out job responsibilities.
  • Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the department.


The City's COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time.

However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.


Business Unit/Department:
Finance, Risk & Supply Chain Management (1150)

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