Primary Function: Transport equipment to and from the Red Rover Entertainment warehouse, venues, and suppliers in a timely and safe manner; assume the role of Lead during assigned load-outs, inclusive of supervising casual crew and technicians.
Supplementary Role: Assume the role of Shop Hand to provide necessary warehouse coverage and support.
Working Conditions: Driving various sized vehicles (sprinter van to 5-ton truck), physical labour, indoor and out outdoor work, evening and weekend work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Transport equipment to and from our warehouse, venues, clients, or suppliers as scheduled in a timely fashion.
- Conduct daily pre-trip vehicle inspections and maintain an accurate driving log, inclusive of noting any damages or issues with the vehicle; communicate the damage or issue to Operations in a timely fashion.
- Maintain the vehicle in good working order, keeping it clean and fueled, and report any mechanical issues to the Director of Operation right away.
- Handle Company or rented vehicles with a high level of care, paying special attention to venue loading dock areas or non-traditional loading sites.
- Expertly pack, stack, and strap production cases, lighting racks, audio equipment, and other equipment using load bars and ratchet straps to prevent shifting during transit.
- Liaise with Project Managers and Event Leads to determine egress locations prior to arriving at the site.
- Safely operate hydraulic liftgate and loading ramps to load and unload heavy road cases and equipment
- Ensure frequent communication with the Shop and Operations on all shop, driving and load-out activities, questions, and challenges.
- Support the Shop Leads in pulling, packing,
and unpacking of all rental gear either in place of the Shop Leads or as additional shop support.
- Support the Shop Leads in maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment.
- Promote and maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following and enforcing company policies and provincial standards as communicated by upper management.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience & Qualifications:
- Licensing: Valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean driving record (abstract required).
- Commercial Driving Experience: Proven experience confidently operating a 5-ton box truck or similar medium-duty commercial vehicle in busy urban environments.
- Experience with electric vehicles would be an asset.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to perform heavy physical labor, including lifting, pushing, and pulling equipment weighing up to 75 lbs.
- Availability: Flexibility to work variable hours, including early mornings, late nights, and weekend work.
- Ability to follow direction and work independently on assigned projects.
- Experience in the live event industry an asset.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a high demand, fast-paced environment.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Nikki Shuvera, Labour & Logistics Coordinator, at
[email protected] with the subject line "Driver Application."
Applications will be accepted until Tuesday, November 24th at 11:59pm, or until the position is filled. Thank you for your interest in joining Red Rover Entertainment. We appreciate the time and care invested in every application and will contact candidates selected for an interview.
Pay: $21.50-$24.50 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- In office parking
Licence/Certification:
- Manitoba Drivers License (required)
Work Location: In person
📌 Driver/Shop Hand (Holden)
🏢 Red Rover Entertainment
📍 Holden