Owner Operator

Since its establishment in 1960, Purolator has become Canada’s leading integrated freight, package and logistics solutions provider. Our team operates under a strong set of corporate values that guide us in all we do for our customers, employees, owner operators and other contracted partners.

Purolator Inc. is seeking a Courier Owner Operator who can play a meaningful role in the lives of all Canadians. Be your own boss; own and operate a flexible business operation and partner with a powerful Canadian brand with opportunities to increase revenue and deliver promises to customers in your contracted route area. Drive for Purolator and Apply today!

About the Route: 
You will start your day at our Burnaby Purolator Office near Holdom Skytrain Station to load your vehicle. Your deliveries and pick-ups will mainly be at Sunshine Coast, mainly in the Gibsons and Roberts Creek area. The ferry to Sunshine Coast will be scheduled and paid by Purolator. 

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday from around 5:00am to 4:00pm PST
 

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Pick-up and delivery of customer packages in a route area.
• Ability to meet and maintain service requirements.
• Load and unload own vehicle
• Perform additional pick-ups and deliveries as required.
• Accurate completion and daily submission of required documentation.
• Build positive relationships with both internal customers (Purolator managers, employees, dispatch, and other contractors) and external customers.
• Responsible for hiring relief driver to cover absences.

   

Your Key Requirements:

• Possess a valid Driver's License at all times
• Possession of liability insurance and all other licenses as required by law and Purolator specifications.
• Valid WCB registration and coverage for Owner Operator and Relief Driver.
• Must supply own vehicle and maintain appearance and operation at highest industry standard (1-tonne high-top sprinter van in white and at least a 2018 model)
• Must possess a valid Dangerous Goods Handling Certificate.
• Ability to pick-up and deliver all packages associated to the route area or as required.
• Complete a criminal record check.
• Must meet and maintain standards set by Purolator Inc.
• Maintain membership with Teamster’s Canada.

   

Your Personal Qualities:

• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work with others
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Problem solving
• Proper package handling techniques