Courier Relief 101

About the Role

Purolator is looking for a courier relief professional to support package pickup and delivery operations in Dryden, Ontario. This role is centered on meeting daily service schedules, handling parcels efficiently, and addressing delivery issues as they come up on the road.

Job Location

225 Heather Drive, Dryden, ON P8N 3G2.

Work Schedule

This position offers 30 guaranteed hours per week. Shifts vary based on operational need, and open availability is required.

Employment Terms

This is a permanent, full-time position.

Compensation

The hourly wage is $22.18, in accordance with the collective agreement.

Role Overview

The courier is responsible for collecting and delivering customer shipments on time, scanning items at each stage of movement, and supporting smooth depot operations. The job also includes resolving issues during routes in coordination with dispatch and customers.

Responsibilities

• Collect and deliver customer packages according to the day’s pickup and delivery timetable.
• Scan parcels and mail when received, delivered, or returned to the depot at the end of the day.
• Work with dispatch and customers to address road issues and delivery-related problems as they occur.
• Carry out daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle checks using a package scanner and the electronic Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (E-DVIR).

Education and Experience

Applicants should have completed high school, along with relevant vocational training. A valid Class 5 driver’s license is required. The role calls for 3 years of driving experience and a clean driving record for operating delivery vehicles.

Skills and Knowledge

This role is aligned with domestic shipping, courier operations, and shipping/receiving processes.

Language Requirement

No language requirement has been specified for this position.

Posting Details

Work is performed on the road. The position reports to the Manager Unit.

Equal Opportunity and Privacy

Purolator is committed to equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Qualified applicants are welcome, and accommodations can be provided during the recruitment process upon request.

The company follows Canadian recruitment laws and may use an AI-based screening tool, supported by human oversight, to help with resume screening and candidate matching during pre-screening.

Personal information is collected only for recruitment purposes and is handled in line with privacy legislation. For questions specifically about AI use in recruitment, contact TalentCOE@purolator.com.

Employees and their families are considered an important part of the company’s success. The organization aims to maintain a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace with the tools people need to succeed.

Every day at Purolator is an opportunity to connect with coworkers, customers, and communities while contributing positively to society.