Class 5 - Driver

Matix Lumber Inc. is a family and locally owned and operated professional building supply centre that provides for all of your building needs. We are a building supply and project centre providing project providing contractors and do-it yourself builders with the tools, materials, design, and construction services to support projects of any scale. 

Matix Lumber services all sectors of the building industry and offer a comprehensive selection of quality lumber and building materials manufactured by North America’s leading producers. We provide contractors, avid builders DIYers, and community leaders the tools, construction service, and design expertise to support residential and commercial projects – from start to finish. 

We believe in building collaborative, mutually beneficial relationships with everyone we work with and have been able to achieve this through our industry experience, sound project execution, and visionary thinking.

The Class 5 - Driver is directly responsible for the pickup and delivery of loads by operating the 1- or 3-ton truck.  

The Class 5 - Driver will be responsible for:

• Performing a daily pre-trip truck and equipment inspection, including an electronic pre-trip inspection

• Following written and verbal instructions from the Shipping Supervisor for deliveries and pickups

• Loading and unloading – by hand when required – lumber, roof trusses, pallets, shingles, drywall, and other related building materials.

• Ensuring that every load is secured appropriately, according to all safety and legal requirements.

• Counting items on every load to ensure the counts match the attached paperwork.

• Assisting the warehouse/yard team with staging loads, in assigned areas.

• Tagging products with relevant information (e.g., Sales Order #, Purchase Order #, customer reference, etc.)

• Completing all required paperwork and returning the same to the Shipping Supervisor after each run

• Other duties as assigned.

The Class 5 – Driver will have:

• A valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License

• Clean driver’s abstract

• Forklift licensed or experience to operate a truck mounted forklift.

• Basic knowledge of routine maintenance (e.g., checking oil, gauges, fluid levels & tire pressure)

• Lift and carry up to 50lbs for an extended period.

• A strong work ethic and the ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.

Our employees enjoy a full range of health benefits and other Company perks including benefits, store discount, tuition reimbursement, and much more. 

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity with Matix Lumber, apply today with your resume and cover letter including salary expectations to hrcareers@matixlumber.com.

Matix Lumber is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is equitable and inclusive for all.  Matix Lumber provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s protected status under the Human Rights Code including but not limited to: race/ethnicity, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, religion, creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family or marital status, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, national origin, military or veteran status, or any other protected status. Accommodations are available upon request throughout all aspects of the selection process. Candidates requiring accommodations may contact hrcareers@matixlumber.com.   

We thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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