CAREERS
Fuel Your Career in Transportation
Fuel Your Career in Transportation
At Berry and Smith, we are more than just a business; we're a tight-knit family. Our foundation is built on lasting relationships, respect, and teamwork. Here, our success isn't solely measured by the products we deliver but by the dedicated individuals who make it all possible. Within our close-knit community, every team member is valued and respected. We recognize that our employees form the heart of our organization, so we prioritize treating each person with the utmost respect they deserve.
We foster an exceptional work environment, emphasizing a healthy work/life balance. Ensuring a positive experience for both our customers and employees is our commitment. We firmly believe that respecting our employees, offering fair compensation, and encouraging open communication fuels excellence. In our collaborative space, every voice matters. We embrace the diversity of ideas and encourage everyone to share their perspectives.
We encourage our employees to evolve with us, fostering an open-door policy that embraces your ideas and input. Join our team, and you'll work alongside highly skilled professionals using cutting-edge equipment and technology. Experience a workplace where your contributions matter and where you can thrive professionally.
Berry & Smith's maintenance team works out of the head office in Penticton, BC. Our fully licensed mechanics require a minimum of five years of mechanical experience, and the ability to drive and be familiar with air brake systems is necessary. Practical diagnostic skills and a proper supply of tools are also required. Berry & Smith recommends but does not require a commercial transport or heavy-duty mechanic license and a commercial vehicle inspection certification.
Berry & Smith requires truck drivers to have a minimum of 2 years' driving experience with a class 1 driver's license. A solid abstract, safety record, professional outlook, polished appearance, positive attitude, and the ability to communicate well with customers and co-workers is required. Living in one of the three cities Berry & Smith operates out of is unnecessary - we can bring work to you! Berry & Smith is searching for drivers in Western Canada to transport goods to different regions.
Berry & Smith upholds several owner-operators to help accommodate their clients. Drivers are located throughout western Canada, including Vancouver, Calgary, the Okanagan Valley, and the Kootenays. Berry & Smith owner-operators must have at least two years of highway experience, a late model tractor, the ability to cross borders, a clean abstract, a safety record, a fast card, a positive attitude, and appearance. As a Berry & Smith owner-operator, you will be provided with sign-up bonuses, DAI weigh scale cards, fuel cards, pay performance bonuses, quarterly safety bonuses, insurance and licensing subsidized by 40%, and competitive mileage rates.
Berry and Smith have operated school busing, charter busing, and Transit services for over 60 years. We offer courteous, safe, and efficient transportation services to all our busing customers. Every Berry and Smith operator meets the highest safety and training standards, abstract compliance, and customer service skills.
Clear values and mission statement
Open communication
Respect and inclusion
Work-life balance
Employee well being
Recognition and appreciation
Collaboration and teamwork
Fairness and equity
Adaptability and Innovation
Ethical leadership
Employee empowerment
Safety and job security
Feedback and continuous improvement
Berry & Smith is great about helping their employees further their knowledgebase with training programs and encourage us to learn and grow. I’ve been provided a lot of opportunities here. From receptionist, to billing, to dispatch, to recruiting and retention. For as long as I’ve been here since 1986, it’s always been open door. Everyone is treated fairly, and we all feel like we are a part of the company.
Dina E. – Recruiting & Retention
Berry & Smith is one of the best companies I’ve worked for. They have a very family-oriented atmosphere. Everyone is extremely helpful and approachable, from upper management all the way to the bottom - they get you what you need when you need it. There’s nothing you can bring up that isn’t important to them. I highly recommend working for them if you have the opportunity.
Kevin - Owner-Operator
This isn’t just a job, it’s my life. Knowing I can come here and feel like it’s my brother that runs the company and not just my boss…. it feels good. I’ve been to places I never thought I’d see and pull things I never thought I’d be able to pull. The opportunities I’ve been given to prove myself have really contributed to my personal growth and it’s been amazing. I highly recommend working for Berry and Smith. You can’t beat the environment here. They are professional and its about not only profit, but they genuinely care about serving people and making sure they’re happy.
Chris F. - Truck driver
Berry & Smith think highly of their employees and they believe in investing in us for the company to survive - and that’s why we have survived so long. That’s the beauty of this company. They are understanding, trusting, and have an open-door policy. Opinions are wanted here, not discouraged. They are a family to me. They do anything for us, and we do anything for them. It’s a good place to be. Family values are a true feeling here.
David M. - Lead hand
Berry & Smith is a great family-oriented company. They are wonderful people to work for and we get treated very well here. I recommend working here because we are a team, and all the staff are great to work with. They treat everyone fairly whether you’ve been here for decades, or you just started. We are all respected.
Bonnie T. - Dispatcher
They are a very family-oriented company and take great care and have concern for all their employees. From the top to the bottom, they make you feel welcome. It is a pleasure working for them. Their concern for health, safety and well being is unmatched. They look after us and their general interest in taking care of their employees is very noticeable. It makes you feel good that you are a valued member of the team. Theres a lot of companies that push you to go, go, go, but Berry & Smith is not like that. They care about our wellbeing and see us as valuable people with lives outside our job. Everyone seems happy here and we enjoy being together.
Mike B. - Safety Assistant