Dock Worker

TSA The Salvation Army TSA; Prince George; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

RRSP

Paid vacation

Sick time

Career growth

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a General Warehouse Worker in Canada to support reclamation, processing and distribution of donated goods. You will unload, sort, pack and bale items, ensuring quality controls and accurate counting and recording of shipments in a busy warehouse.

Responsibilities include operating equipment (baler, compactor, pallet jack, conveyor), adhering to safety procedures, and meeting daily targets while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• The successful applicant will have completed High School.
• Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks.
• Up to three months of prior related experience in warehouse processing or goods distribution is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Unload, sort, pack, store, load and bale donations.
• Select donations for store distribution meeting quality standards.
• Meet daily targets; count, weigh and record incoming/outgoing donations.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as baler, compactor, pallet jack and conveyor.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain tidy work areas.

Skills

Safety awareness

Lifting guidelines

Teamwork

Education

High School

Tools

Baler

Compactor

Pallet jack

Conveyor

Job description

Who We Are For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY

The General Warehouse Worker assists in the efficient and effective reclamation, processing or general distribution of warehouse goods.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Process raw materials by unloading, sorting, packing, storing, loading and baling the donations; protects the integrity of the donations. Selects donations for store distribution, meeting established standards of quality and distinguishing between discarded and good quality merchandise according to company standards. Meets assigned daily targets; counts, weighs and records incoming and outgoing donations. Complies with all safety procedures and in/outdoor tidy maintenance guidelines. Operates warehouse equipment such as baler, compactor, pallet jack and conveyor. Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The incumbent’s work is typically in the warehouse. The incumbent will work under the following disagreeable conditions; Garbage, washrooms, odours, dirty environment, truck fumes, excessive noise, extreme temperature changes, work schedule may impact life (weeknights and weekends), increased potential for on site accidents. The incumbent may have little to no travel required. The incumbent works on-call for emergencies only. The incumbent may be exposed to the risk of minor to moderate risk of injury or illnesses due to; physical attacks by others (other employees/volunteers), exposure to toxic chemicals, moving objects, sharp objects, exposure to bodily fluids, risk of back injuries, other potentially dangerous situations (i.e. unsafe donations). The incumbent must take the following precautionary measures (in addition to health and safety rules); universal precautions, wear safety shoes, wear gloves.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

The successful applicant will have completed High School. An alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable. Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

The incumbent must have up to three months of prior related experience including experience with warehouse processing or goods distribution and knowledge of lifting guidelines an asset.

Skills and Capabilities

The performance of the job requires frequent sitting for long periods of time, twisting, bending, crouching, reaching, reaching overhead, pushing, and pulling, lifting and kneeling. The performance of the job requires frequent safety awareness and sorting of donations.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $18.25 to $21.04 with a maximum of $23.82. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

Accommodations

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth. If you're looking for a career that allows you to find meaning, make an impact, and one that challenges you to grow and become the best version of yourself, join our dynamic team. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.