THL Gourmet Foods Inc. is one of the leading importers and distributors of Asian food products from the Pacific Rim and other regions of the world. To fulfill our operational needs, we are currently recruiting a driver to make local deliveries for our BC division. We are looking for a reliable and safety-minded Full-Time Driver to support our BC operations.
In this role, you will deliver food products to restaurants and retail stores throughout Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island. This chance is well suited to someone who enjoys driving, staying active throughout the workday, interacting with customers, and working as part of a supportive operations team. Safely operate a 5-ton straight truck in accordance with Company procedures and applicable transportation and road-safety requirements.
Complete scheduled deliveries to restaurants, grocery stores, and other customer locations throughout Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island. Load and unload products safely and efficiently according to the assigned delivery schedule. Operate delivery equipment such as lift gates, electric power jacks, and hand pump jacks, where available.
Verify delivered products against invoices and delivery documents to help prevent discrepancies. Obtain customer confirmations or signatures and complete required delivery records. Provide professional, courteous, and dependable service at each customer location.
Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and promptly report maintenance, equipment, or safety concerns. Communicate with Dispatch regarding delivery status, delays, customer concerns, or changes to the assigned route. Work collaboratively with the Dispatch, Warehouse, and Maintenance teams.
Perform other related delivery duties as reasonably assigned. A valid full BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence, or an equivalent licence eligible for transfer to BC. A satisfactory driving record acceptable to the Company and its insurer.
Previous delivery-driving or commercial-driving experience is preferred; however,
training may be provided to a suitable candidate. Confidence operating, or the ability to learn to operate, a 5-ton straight truck. Ability to communicate in English at the level required to follow safety instructions, interact with customers, and complete delivery documentation.
Strong customer-service and teamwork skills. Legal entitlement to work in Canada. Assets/ Nice-to-Haves: Previous experience operating a 5-ton truck. Food-service, grocery, retail, or multi-stop delivery experience.
Experience handling invoices, customer signatures, or COD payments. Permanent, full-time position. ~40 hours per week for five days’ work between Monday and Saturday. ~ Regular shift hours are approximately 8:00 a.m. Available to start work as 4:00am for traveling to Vancouver Island is generally required approximately 1-2 times per week. ~ Occasional overtime may be required due to delivery volumes, ferry schedules, traffic, weather, or other operational needs.
Overtime will be compensated in accordance with applicable requirements. ~ Expected base hourly wage: $18.66 – $27.96 ~ Disclosure Statements: Pay for this position includes bonus will be based on individual performance. Please ask the recruiter for details regarding base pay and bonus ~ Comprehensive group benefits, including Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance ~ Paid vacation and statutory holidays in accordance with provincial employment standards ~ Safe Driving Bonus and Performance Bonus eligibility ~ Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) ~ Strong support from Dispatch, Warehouse, and Maintenance teams. ~ Opportunity to build stable, long-term delivery experience in a critical supply chain. THL Gourmet Foods Inc. is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities, if you need accommodation in relation to the materials or process to be used in the selection, please contact our Human Resources Department via email at
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📌 Driver I / II (5-Ton Truck Driver) (Burnaby)
🏢 THL Gourmet Foods
📍 Burnaby