- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- CAD 20 – CAD 20 / hour
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Candidates who can work full-time on weekdays in Nanaimo and meet the licence, lifting, and screening requirements can apply. Prior driving or customer service experience is helpful but not essential.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Role overview
UPS is hiring full-time courier drivers for its Nanaimo package facility in Nanaimo, British Columbia. This is a permanent, on-site position with deliveries carried out for both business and residential customers.
Position details
- Position title: Courier Driver
- Employment type: Permanent, full-time
- Work location: Madsen Rd, Nanaimo, BC
- Working hours: 8:45 AM to 9:00 PM*
- Working days: Monday to Friday*
- Shift timings may change depending on operational needs
Key responsibilities
The courier driver will handle daily package delivery work and support pickup and drop-off operations. The role includes vehicle safety checks, package handling, and use of delivery navigation tools.
Working duties
- Complete a pre-trip inspection of the assigned vehicle before going out on deliveries
- Lift, sort, and move parcels weighing between 10 and 70 lbs
- Load and unload packages during delivery and pickup stops
- Use the DIAD device to help navigate addresses and postal codes
Candidate profile
Applicants should be comfortable working in a busy, customer-facing outdoor environment and should be able to handle changing weather conditions. Prior customer service or driving experience is helpful, though not mandatory.
Requirements
- Availability to work Monday through Friday*
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Customer service and/or driving experience is considered an advantage
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer-facing outdoor setting
- Willingness to work in different weather conditions
- Valid BC Class 5 driver’s licence
- Clean driving record
- Ability to lift parcels from 10 lbs up to 70 lbs (32 kg) without assistance
Selection process
All shortlisted candidates will need to complete multiple interviews along with background and reference checks.
Compensation and benefits
- Weekly pay with an initial rate of $20 per hour*
- Guaranteed wage increases over time*
- Extended benefits and a pension plan*
- Training is provided for all roles
- Career growth opportunities through internal promotion
- Employee discounts available online through UPSers
Additional information
Before submitting an application, candidates must choose their preferred language from the available options at the top right of the page. Conditions apply to certain benefits and offers. UPS Canada is an equal opportunity employer and provides workplace accommodations when required. The company maintains a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Employment type
Permanent employee role.