Now Hiring: Delivery Driver / Shipper Receiver
Early’s Farm & Garden Centre – Saskatoon, SK
Full-Time | Permanent Position
Early’s Farm & Garden Centre is looking for an experienced, reliable Delivery Driver to join our team!
We’re a proud, family-run business with almost 120 years of history serving Saskatchewan. From custom grass seed and bulk bird seed mixes to farm feed, pet supplies, and gardening essentials, we provide quality products to customers across the province.
The primary focus of this position is safe, reliable, and professional delivery service to our commercial and residential customers. The successful candidate will be an experienced driver who is comfortable operating larger vehicles, backing up in tight spaces, loading and securing freight, and hauling trailers.
What We Offer
Safe and supportive work environment
Group benefits plan
Full-time, year-round employment
Competitive hourly wage based on experience
A stable position with a long-established Saskatchewan company
What You’ll Do
Delivery Driving – Primary Responsibility
Complete daily commercial and residential deliveries throughout Saskatoon and surrounding areas
Safely operate company delivery vehicles and larger vehicles as required
Load, secure, transport, and unload a variety of products and materials
Safely navigate residential driveways, commercial yards, alleys, loading areas, and other challenging delivery locations
Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report any maintenance or safety concerns
Maintain accurate delivery paperwork and obtain customer signatures as required
Provide friendly, professional service while representing Early’s Farm & Garden Centre
Follow all applicable transportation, workplace safety, and company procedures
Warehouse & Yard Support
Pick and assemble customer orders
Load trucks and trailers safely and efficiently
Receive and organize incoming shipments
Organize merchandise throughout the warehouse and yard
Operate propane and electric forklifts (mid to large size)
Assist walk-in and pickup customers
Perform general warehouse and yard duties, both indoors and outdoors
What We’re Looking For
Driving experience and licensing are a priority for this position.
Valid driver’s license with a clean/good driving record – required
Strong previous delivery driving experience – required
Experience driving larger vehicles and/or commercial delivery vehicles – strongly preferred
Experience hauling and maneuvering trailers – strongly preferred
Confident and experienced with backing up larger vehicles and trailers
Strong awareness of vehicle clearance, turning radius, blind spots, and safe maneuvering
Safe, defensive driving habits and a strong commitment to vehicle and public safety
Comfortable driving in a variety of weather and road conditions
Able to safely load, secure, handle, and unload deliveries
Physically able to lift 25 kg+ regularly
Comfortable working outdoors and performing physically demanding work
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
Friendly and professional when dealing with customers
Good attention to detail and comfortable completing delivery paperwork
Forklift experience/certification is an asset
Warehouse or distribution experience is an asset
Fluent in English, spoken and written
Bondable with reliable transportation
Flexible availability, including weekdays and occasional weekends
References required
The Right Candidate
We’re looking for someone who takes pride in being a safe and capable professional driver. You should be comfortable behind the wheel of a larger vehicle, confident backing up and, and understand the importance of protecting both the vehicle and the products you are delivering.
If you have a strong driving record, solid delivery experience, and the skills to safely operate larger vehicles, we’d like to hear from you.
How to Apply
Stop by in person at:
2615 Lorne Avenue
Saskatoon, SK S7J 0S5
Come join a company that values hard work, good people, safety, and great service. We’d love to meet you!