Delivery Support Associate -Part time / Temporary contract

RONA; Penticton; On-site; CAD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive environment

Employee discounts

Annual salary review

Community involvement

Team training program

Job summary

RONA is hiring for a forklift operator to support delivery operations in our Penticton location. The role involves loading and unloading goods, preparing orders for delivery, and maintaining forklift safety checks.

Ideal candidates will have forklift/ reach truck certification, experience in shipping and loading, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly. Training and a collaborative team environment are offered as part of our community-focused program.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of wood types, grades, and seasonal products.
• Will ingness to obtain Forklift/Reach Truck Operator Certificate.
• Prior shipping, receiving, and loading experience is an asset.
• Excellent ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load/unload vehicles and prepare loads for delivery.
• Prepare orders for delivery including locating and securing material.
• Perform routine maintenance and complete forklift inspection sheets daily.
• Follow safety policies and store procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
• Support other store delivery operations as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Tools

Forklift/Reach truck operator certificate

Job description

At RONA, our employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve.

We operate or service corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA+, RONA and Dick's Lumber banners are well equipped to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors.

You’ve got the talent? We’ve got the tools! Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will always be heard and valued. You’ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills.

So, if you’re looking to do what you love, we could be a perfect match.

By joining the RONA family, you’ll enjoy many benefits, such as:

• An inclusive and safe working environment
• Promotion of work-life balance
• Exclusive employee discounts
• Benefits: insurance (certain conditions apply), annual salary review, etc.
• Opportunities for advancement within the company
• An employer that’s involved in the community
• Teamwork and ongoing training
• A comprehensive training program for all new hires
• A student incentive program
• And much more!

Become a vital link in our delivery support team at Rona! Use your forklift driving and order management skills to keep delivery operations running smoothly. You'll benefit from a dynamic environment, stimulating challenges and ongoing training in a safe, organized setting.

Your role:

• Operate forklift, consistently practicing safe operating habits to load and unload vehicles, transport material, and prepare loads for delivery
• Perform routine and regular preventative maintenance of vehicle, including advising supervisor of required repairs. Complete forklift inspection sheet daily
• Prepare orders for delivery including identifying, locating and securing material as per shipping memo and completing paperwork
• Build and arrange customer orders and load onto vehicle giving consideration to safety/security of load, minimizing potential for damage in transport, order of use by customer, and routing of vehicle
• Follow safe work practises, health and safety policy and procedures
• Other related tasks to ensure the store runs smoothly

What we're looking for:

• Knowledge of wood types/grades and familiarity with seasonal products and storage/damage handling procedures
• Willingness to obtain Forklift / Reach truck Operator Certificate
• Prior shipping, receiving, and loading experience is an asset
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs regularly

If selected for an interview, please advise our Store team if you require accommodation during the interview and assessment process and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status.