Chit Chats' vision is to help Canadians deliver their goods to the world with postage at unbelievable prices. We are a fast-growing entrepreneurial company making a huge impact on Canadian entrepreneurs and businesses. As e-commerce removes borders, we don’t want high Canadian postal rates to be a barrier to world commerce. We aim to remove these physical and price borders to create a seamless, borderless and boundless world of opportunity for Canadians.

We’re looking for you if you are Caring, Curious and Cheerful!

Role

As our Driver, you are responsible for transporting client shipments safely and in a timely manner while following MTO regulations and maintaining safety precautions for self and company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport client shipments on time
• Safely operate company vehicles
• Conduct inspection of vehicles for mechanical operation and/or safety issues 
• Review and Report daily/weekly/Monthly maintenance
• Immediately report defects/safety issues/maintenance needs, accidents or violations
• Document and log work/rest periods in accordance with regulatory requirements and/or company policies.
• Comply with laws/ regulations as well as with company policies and procedures
• Load and unload vehicles as required
• Collect and verify delivery instructions and shipment manifest 
• Ensure pick up and delivery are done timely and efficient manner
• Communicate delays with the dispatch officer in a timely manner
• Use Chit Chats platform and other technology deemed necessary by the company to complete the trip.
• Work with supporting departments, such as compliance, branch staff,& warehouse staff  in order to successfully complete trips. 

• Must possess a valid drivers license and maintain it during the course of employment 
• Minimum three years commercial experience driving  
• Clean CVOR (must report any major infractions at time of hire).
• Working  knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, mechanical failure, weather conditions, etc.)
• Capacity for rapport and relationship building with supporting departments, partners and Border Officials 
• Willing to submit to background/drug checks as required and provide employment recommendations

We thank you for your application, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to reference and criminal background checks prior to employment.

As a federally regulated employer, Chit Chats Express fully supports the principles of employment equity and encourages all qualified members of the designated groups to apply.

Covid-19 update: Chit Chats is an essential service.  We have strict Covid safety protocols in place for both our clients and our staff.

• Class 1 safety shoes required (green triangle patch).
• This is a full-time, permanent position.