WORKING AT NOVAXPRESS

The opportunities at NovaXpress are endless! You will be given the chance to work with one of Nova Scotia's top delivery companies while also enjoying competitive pay and benefits!

Courier Driver

The Job

NovaXpress Courier Services ("NovaXpress"), is a Nova Scotia-based company, servicing businesses across Atlantic Canada, offering same day delivery service, direct to consumer delivery, next day delivery service, dedicated service on demand and logistics through its strategically located terminals. NovaXpress has diversified business interests in organizations engaged in all major aspects of logistics, warehousing, supply chain management and transportation services within the Atlantic Provinces.

NovaXpress is currently looking to hire delivery drivers in the following locations

  • Halifax
  • Moncton
  • Fredericton
  • St. John
  • Bridgewater
  • Yarmouth
  • Middleton
  • Kentville
  • Port Hawkesbury
  • Sydney
  • Truro
  • Amherst

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Drive a 5-ton, Cube Truck or small SUV.
  • Pick up and deliver varieties of items to various locations.
  • Physical labor/handling of shipments weighing upwards of 50-75 lbs.
  • Load and unload deliveries through a variety of mechanisms and delivery assistance devices.
  • Use technology to map routes, deliver/pickup/track shipments and communicate universally.
  • Ensure documents are delivered and entered accurately.
  • Maintain route supply inventory to ensure prompt delivery to customers.
  • Scan freight while doing pickups and deliveries.
  • Performing all customer tasks in a polite, resourceful, and professional manner and overall excellent customer service throughout the process.
  • Any other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience

  • 2-3 years experience driving professionally preferred.
  • Ability to multitask and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work.
  • Reliable and strong work ethic.
  • Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions.
  • Valid class 5 Driver's License (required)
  • Criminal Record Check Required
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I understand that any employment or offer of employment arising from this Application for Employment will be subject to satisfactory verification of all job qualifications and information contained in this Application for Employment, which may include academic credentials, licenses, professional designations, references, credit and employment history, motor vehicles and other background checks, to the extent permitted by and in accordance with applicable law. If such background checks require additional authorization or consent forms, I agree I shall execute those forms in a timely fashion.

I expressly agree and understand that completion of this application is a preliminary step to employment. It does not obligate the Company to offer me employment or for me to accept employment. I understand that no statement of any employee of the Company constitutes a contract of employment between me and the Company, and that if I am hired, the only way by which I shall be hired by the Company is by execution of a written offer of employment that the Company will provide to me should it choose to hire me.

I understand that this Application for Employment does not constitute an agreement or contract for employment between me and the Company. In the event I am employed by the Company, I understand that I will be expected to comply with all rules and regulations as set forth in the Company’s policies and in any communications made to me. I understand that while the company makes every effort to accommodate individual preferences, business needs may make the following necessary: overtime; shift work; a rotating work schedule; a work schedule that includes weekend work.

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Date Of Application: June 1, 2023