EWP Forklift/ General Labourer

Slegg Building Materials; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in building materials distribution is seeking an EWP Forklift / General Labourer. This role involves cutting engineered wood products, preparing shipments, and ensuring workplace safety. Candidates need to have valid forklift certification, effective communication skills, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Join a dedicated team and enjoy benefits such as health coverage, retirement savings, and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Health benefits, including drug coverage

Retirement savings (pension or other)

Company discounts (e.g., mobile phone)

Training programs and opportunities for career advancement

Group events

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification and experience is a necessity.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to learn to move up to 60' packs.

Responsibilities

• Cut engineered wood beams and joists using circular saw or chainsaw.
• Prepare floor packs from material cut lists for shipping.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Basic math skills & experience with tape measure

Experience using a chainsaw and skilsaw

Experienced with basic hand tools

Job description

Slegg Building Materials (Manufacturing - Langford, BC), Langford, British Columbia, Canada

Job Description

Posted Friday, June 20, 2025 at 7:00 AM

Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide.

As part of the GMS family of companies since 2018, Slegg Building Materials has worked to become your first stop for all your building needs. Slegg has been on the job site or helping out around the house since 1947 and is Vancouver Island’s choice for building materials and home improvement products. With multiple locations across Vancouver Island, we are proud of our roots, and we know the hard work and dedication that goes into every one of our customers’ projects. Our team is made up of dedicated and hardworking individuals who together create a rewarding and welcoming work environment.

Working in our Manufacturing department, the EWP Forklift / General Labourer cuts engineered wood beams and joists using a circular saw or chainsaw, preparing packs from material cut lists and moving with a Forklift. The shifts are Monday - Friday and the wage range is $23- $27 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all regulations, company policies, and procedures
• Cut engineered wood beams and joists (LVL, LSL, TGI, PSL, Rimboard) using a circular saw, chainsaw, or pack saw
• Prepare floor packs from material cut lists provided for order shipment to commercial and residential construction sites
• Band packs and tag individual pieces according to cut list labels provided and stage in slot for shipping
• Audit completed orders from material cut list for accuracy prior to delivery or pick up
• Receive and put stock away as needed
• Perform quarterly inventory counts
• Maintain the general appearance and housekeeping of work areas daily
• Other duties as assigned by management and/or supervisor
• Daily inspections of all equipment - forklift, chainsaw, skilsaw, pack saw
• Cleanup and re-tarp all product at the end of the day
• Help customers as needed

Skills and Qualifications

• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of local seasonal weather elements - This is an outdoors position
  
• Valid forklift certification and experience is a necessity
• Must be able to or willing to learn to move up to 60' packs
• Effective written and oral communication skills
  
• Basic math skills & experience with tape measure
  
• Experience using a chainsaw and skilsaw is an asset
  
• Experienced with basic hand tools

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs
• Pulling, pushing, bending and torso twisting movements with weight
• Health benefits - including drug coverage, practitioner, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings (pension or other) are provided.
• Perks - Company discounts (mobile phone, etc.), training programs and opportunities for career advancement, group events, and more.

If you feel we are a good fit for your career goals and skillset, we invite you to apply and look forward to reviewing your application.As part of the GMS Inc. family of companies, you can launch your career with a North American building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement.We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

Slegg Building Materials (Manufacturing - Langford, BC), Langford, British Columbia, Canada