Fleet Yard Checker- Dartmouth- NS

Store Operations NS, Dartmouth


Description

Fleet Yard Checker-Dartmouth-NS
Part-time- Permanent 
Kal Tire is seeking a Fleet Yard checker to supervise the transportation services and activities at a specific Kal Tire warehouse. They effectively and efficiently plan and direct transport operations, plan drivers' dispatch, assign loads to drivers according to customer needs and driver capabilities and ensure that all loads are accurately processed and delivered. 
Key Highlights of this role:     
  • Load and unload trucks. Follow Kal Tire loading and unloading procedures to ensure products are safely secured
  • Proven leadership ability
  • Strong customer service orientation and sales experience
  • Experience with routine maintenance operations
  • Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments that align with organizational goals.

 

Why should someone work for us?    
  • Our aim is that the career of every team member is supported by quality leadership, training, and opportunities for advancement. 
  • Structured work schedule, supportive and safe work environment, career growth and development. 
  • Competitive wages between $22-24/ hour with wage progression and offer extended group health benefits. 
  • Profit Sharing program, RRSP matching, Paid vacation. 
  • A perks program that offers employee discounts on tires, services and more. 
What kind of person are we looking for?     
  • Minimum 2 years’ relatable experience
  • Strong background in the transportation industry
  • Grade 12 or GED equivalent Proven leadership ability
  • Proficiency with various computer programs and software
  • Knowledge of transportation laws and regulations
How would you accomplish success?    
  • Ability to work well under pressure
  • Adaptability / flexibility and ability to multi-task
  • Decision making / judgement
  • Strong customer service orientation  / communication skills
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Qualifications
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Having the ability to lift 30-50 lb as needed. 
  • Extensive forklift experience is a prerequisite
  • Stand up forklift and / or skid steer experience would considered an asset
  • Being safety conscious is of utmost importance - always wear required PPE and follow instructed work protocols.
Our Inclusive Culture     
At Kal Tire, we're dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to succeed. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and skills. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.     
Hiring Process     
Upon shortlist, you will be contacted by a member of our recruiting team and invited to a telephone interview, successful candidates will then have the opportunity to meet and interview with members of our leadership team over MS Teams and/or in person.     
Additionally, as part of our standard hiring process, prospective Team Members at the Job Offer stage will be requested to undergo a Canadian Criminal Record Check; candidates must be legally eligible to work for any Canadian employers to be considered for this position at this time. 

Solving our customers’ automotive challenges and making a positive impact - It’s how we roll, and it’s been that way since Tom Foord opened the doors to Kal Tire in 1953 in beautiful Vernon, BC. Over the years, we’ve become a trusted partner for large and small industries and fleets across Canada. Our customers rely on our expertise, our make-it-happen approach to service, and our lineup of the most trusted tire brands in over 260 retail locations coast to coast. Kal Tire is also the largest truck re-treader in Canada, with 11 retread facilities across Canada and internationally, and has a state-of-the-art tire recycling facility in Chile, where 40% of the weight of scrap tires is recycled to return to mines as an alternative fuel. In addition, Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group is an international leader in mining tire service and supply, servicing more than 150 mine sites across five continents. Kal Tire offers a culture that fosters inclusion and respect. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the AODA and AMA. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment or employment process. Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.