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forklift operator

Posted on December 20, 2024 by Employer details Dick's Lumber

Job details

Dick?s Lumber in *Calgary *is looking for some organized, detail oriented, team players to join our team as a Load Builder / Forklift Operator. *ACCOUNTABILITIES:* * Greet customers at the yard gate or alternately designated area as directed by the Shipping department. * Assemble orders and over length materials, identify products from transfer requests, locate material, count quantity, build and secure loads. * Operate forklift to prepare transfers, transport material, load and unload transfer vehicles. * Review daily schedule of pre-booked incoming deliveries. Ensure storage space is available. Receive unscheduled deliveries as facility will permit. * _Cut down large packs to stock lengths, order and maintain EWP inventory levels and orders stock products in the EWP department._ * Ensure inventory adjustment sheets are updated. * Direct and/or escort customers to appropriate area of tie down. * Match ?receiving authorization? to supplier packing slip. Superficially check material grade and quantity. Request a detailed inspection and/or count on questionable product. * Document and process delivery returns ensuring merchandise is returned to stock or to the supplier. * Ensure all lifts are piled evenly with no leans and compliant with safety standards. * Work with yard and warehouse teams to ensure stock is properly rotated. * Maintain a clean and orderly yard and warehouse as directed. * Complete the forklift inspection form. * Perform other job-related duties as required including but not limited to snow plowing, container moving, yard maintenance and any other specialized moves that would require heavy equipment. *QUALIFICATIONS:* * Valid Forklift Certification * Minimum 2 years of experience operating Forklift required. * Understanding of grading & quality of lumber * Comfortable moving over length materials up to sixty (60) feet with minimal oversight. * Manual dexterity to operate the forklift and the ability to lift over 35kgs. * Good knowledge of safe working procedures. * Ability to perform at a high level in a fast paced, demanding work environment. * Fluent in English (spoken and written) with excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills. * Experience and knowledge in this or a related industry is an asset. *WORKING CONDITIONS:* * Exposure to dust, dirt and extreme changes in temperature and weather (cold and hot). * Moderate exposure to personal risk; safety boots are required. * Busy, high volume environment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: * Casual dress * Dental care * Extended health care * On-site parking * Paid time off * RRSP match Flexible language requirement: * French not required Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Overtime Ability to commute/relocate: * Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: * forklift operator: 2 years (required) Licence/Certification: * Forklift Licence/ Ticket (preferred) Work Location: In person