Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Construx Building Products is looking for a Forklift Operator to join our team.

Benefits:

• Medical and dental benefits
• RRSP matching
• Biweekly pay with direct deposit

Summary
We are looking for someone to fill the position of Forklift Operator. It is fast paced, requires attention to detail and someone who is safety conscious.

Hours

This is a full-time position working Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Job Duties

• Safely operating a forklift
• Handling lumber materials
• Prepping materials for shop orders
• Unloading incoming trucks of lumber
• Loading outgoing trucks with wall panels and building materials
• Working with the team to get materials lined up for prefabrication
• Maintaining a clean worksite
• Picking out lumber based on order specifications
• Assisting in the shop with orders as needed

• Comply with company policies, procedures, and safety requirements

Education, Experience and Knowledge

Above all else we are in search of a candidate that values culture and passion - being an important member of a strong team of people who take pride in their work and support each other. 

The following qualifications are required:

• Must have valid forklift certification with 1+ years of operating experience
• Valid driver's license and vehicle to get to work (There is no public transit to our location)
• Experience working as an Order Picker
• Physically capable of heavy labour work within a fabrication shop setting
• High attention to detail
• Knowledge about lumber would be very advantageous
• Experience in framing would be an asset

Work Conditions

• Use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust
• Must be able to lift (up to 50 pounds), push, pull or carry heavy objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue
• May be exposed to intermittent loud noise
• Requires good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination
• Excellent stamina is required
• Hazards associated with the construction industry

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