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Salesperson - Victoria, BC

We are looking for an individual to join our Sales team! The successful candidate will be meeting with our customers, providing estimates in household moves, managing customer expectations and ensuring overall customer satisfaction. Experience in household moving or furniture sales is an asset. This position requires excellent organizational, time management and strong communication/interpersonal skills. Please forward your resume to: Bekins Moving and Storage 6598 Bryn Road Saanichton, BC V8M-1X6 Fax (250)544-2037 or email victoria@bekins.ca

Dispatcher

This position reports directly to the Williams Vancouver Branch Manager and is a full-time dispatch role. We require a very organized person who has the ability to multi-task and is able to work under pressure. It is important that this person maintains a positive, cooperative attitude and conducts him/herself in a professional manner at all times, both with customers and fellow employees. Teamwork, accountability, integrity and service are integral components of the job.

Duties:

  • Respond to general calls into the Dispatch Centre
  • Collate all information (regarding local and long distance) into a comprehensive dispatch book
  • Control and coordinate trucks and manpower required to cover the Williams Vancouver Branch traffic
  • Responsible for manpower pool required on a daily basis
  • Oversee the yard and warehouse operations
  • Coordinate the SIT Board for Long Distance Moves
  • Oversee the set up and completion of the Bills of Lading
  • Communicate with customers
  • Coordinate with UVL registered shipments, containers and trailers
  • Coordinate with the Long Distance Dispatch with regards to the loading and unloading of all shipments
  • Ensure payment and billing of the same jobs
  • Submit all necessary paperwork in a timely fashion

Requirements:

A valid driver’s license is required and previous experience would be an asset.

Closing: Applications for this position will be accepted until 4:30 pm, June 22, 2007

Contact:
Glenn Thomsen
(604) 945-2510
Email: gthomsen@thewmsgroup.com

Warehouseman

Bekins Moving & Storage in Richmond, requires a full time warehouseman that is organized & can take charge and work independently. Be a part of a growing multi-branch moving company. We offer competitive wages and benefits package. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years experience in the “Moving Industry”, a current standup and sit down forklift certificate and a valid class 5 BC drivers license.
In this role some of the responsibilities will be to:

  • Liaison with dispatch for scheduling of inbound and outbound shipments;
  • Advise dispatch of shipments received and shipped;
  • oversee the receiving & inventory of inbound and cross dock shipments;
  • Maintain inventory of packing materials and equipment;
  • Supervision of paperwork compliance and policy & procedures;
  • Container Depot duties;
  • Ensure warehouse & yard is kept clean and organized.
Please contact or send resume to the Operations Manager:
Bekins Moving & Storage (Canada) Ltd.
14251 Burrows Road,
Richmond, BC V6V 1K9
Phone (604) 270-1120
Fax (604) 276-9819
E-Mail: brucea@bekins.ca

Branch Managers
Bekins Moving & Storage (Canada) Ltd.

We are looking for branch managers for our Parksville and Prince George locations. In addition to having managerial experience in the Moving Industry, the successful candidate will be detail oriented and have the proven ability to build and lead a team of quality service providers. Participation in branch ownership available.
If interested in pursuing this opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter, including salary expectations to the attention Larry Rosenberg, President by fax to (604)-276-9819, or email larryr@bekins.ca

Drivers/Swampers/Helpers
Bekins Moving & Storage (Canada) Ltd.

We require enthusiastic self-motivated individuals to advance a career in the Moving Industry. We expect you to be personable, clean-cut and have a sincere desire to provide families with a stress-free quality moving experience. Full-time permanent positions with overtime available.
We offer well maintained, late model equipment as well as very competitive wages with benefits.
We offer:
  Permanent full time work
  Competitive Wages (dependent upon experience)
  Comprehensive Company benefits after 3 months
  The opportunity to advance within our branch network

And;

Independent Contractors - Local/Master Fleet/Service Fleet/USA
Bekins Moving & Storage (Canada) Ltd.

We are looking to augment our team of industry professionals. Our drivers enjoy the best basic package in the industry, including airfare home at Christmas. If you have provided uninterrupted quality service to the same agency for the last 3 or more years, you will qualify for our enhanced pay package. Dispatch is not by seniority. Our leasing division has trucks available for lease.

If interested in pursuing these opportunities, please send your resume and cover letter by fax or email to:

Vancouver Bruce Allworth Operations Manager 604-276-9819 brucea@bekins.ca
Victoria Skip Charlton Branch Manager 250-544-2037 skipc@bekins.ca
Parksville Doug Grant Branch Manager 250-248-8805 dougg@bekins.ca
Comox/C/R Jim Gibson Branch Manager 250-286-3878 jimg@bekins.ca
Prince George Joan Coates Branch Manager 250-563-6514 joanc@bekins.ca

Please also include a current driver’s abstract within 30 days and references with your resume. Only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Revenue Accountant
Bekins Moving & Storage (Canada) Ltd.

Entry Level Accounting Clerk Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, the accounting clerk is required to perform the following duties, but not limited to:

  • Entering cash receipts for multi-branch office;
  • Entry of data into accounting system on a daily basis (revenues);
  • Accounts Receivable collections, reconciliations, account inquiries;
  • Preparing bank deposits as required (may be required to go to bank);
  • Revenue accruals in multiple periods;
  • Invoicing & invoicing data entry;
  • Filing of completed orders;
  • Other duties as assigned by management team.

Abilities:

  • Basic understanding of accounting principles and practices;
  • Ability to complete work in a timely manner with accuracy and attention to detail;
  • Ability to work under pressure during peak periods;
  • Working knowledge of MS Office 2000 including Excel, Word, Outlook;
  • Working knowledge of Adagio Accounting Software (ACCPAC PLUS);
  • Use of various office equipment including fax and photocopy machines;
  • Ability to present a professional attitude when dealing with customers;

Experience:
Basic accounting with one to two years office and accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

If interested in pursuing this opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter, including salary expectations to Ken Liberty, by fax to (604)-276-9819, or email at kenl@bekins.ca


OTHER POSITIONS

If you are looking for a position in the moving industry that is not listed here, please feel free to fax or email your resume in WORD format with your daytime phone number and stating the position you are applying for to:

Bekins Moving & Storage (Canada) Ltd.
14251 Burrows Road, Richmond, BC
V6V 1K9
Phone: (604) 270-1120
Fax: (604) 276-9819
E-Mail: marrae@bekins.ca
Company Web Site: www.bekins.ca

We thank everyone in advance for your interest in our company, however, only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.


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