Seasonal Driver Helper (Castlegar)

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Position:    Seasonal Driver Helper (Castlegar) - Possibility of Extension

Schedule:   4 X 10 | Floater | 4:30am Start time 

Duration:    May 2026 - September 2026

What We Offer:

• Starting hourly rate of $24.11

• Steel toe boot reimbursement

• Company matching RRSP after 90 days

• 125 year, family-owned and operated company history

• Local routes --> guaranteed to be home every day!

• Family culture and advancement opportunities

Position Overview 

This position rides with the Class 1 Local Delivery Driver on established routes to ensure accurate, on-time delivery for GFS customers within standard operating procedures. Shifts will be based out of Castlegar. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Responsibilities include correctly offloading product to customer location, assisting the Class 1 Local Delivery Driver with product delivery and other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications: 

• Ability to lift, load, push, pull and carry items up to 60 lbs 

• Valid Class 5 license

• Ability to work independently as well as assist team members when necessary  

• Excellent communication and time management skills 

• Safe operation of all equipment 

• Strong work ethic and positive attitude 

• Professional demeanor and customer service focus 

• Ability to excel in a fast paced, physically demanding position 

• Be a team player and model the GFS Cornerstone Values 

• Consistent on-time attendance 

• Availability for weekends and statutory holidays as needed

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted.   Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people.  All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.