Forklift Driver/Load Builder

Dick's Lumber; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Company pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Dick's Lumber in Edmonton, AB is seeking an organized, detail oriented team member to join our yard operations as a Load Builder. You will assemble orders, locate materials, use a forklift, and help move loads safely.

This role requires strong English communication, basic math skills, and a commitment to safety, with responsibilities spanning inventory checks, load securing, and yard maintenance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year forklift operation experience.
• Able to lift over 25 kg.
• Fluent in English, strong listening and interpersonal skills.
• Basic functional math skills without a calculator.
• Experience in related industry is an asset.
• Knowledge of safe working procedures.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Punctual and customer-service oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assemble orders, identify products from transfers, locate materials and secure loads.
• Operate forklift to prepare transfers and load/unload delivery vehicles.
• Review daily delivery schedule and receive unscheduled deliveries as space permits.
• Direct customers through the yard and assist with loading and unloading as needed.
• Document deliveries and returns, update inventory and ensure proper stock rotation.
• Perform forklift inspections and ensure lifts are stacked evenly and safely.
• Support yard and warehouse teams and perform other heavy equipment moves as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Dick's Lumber in Edmonton, AB is looking for an organized, detail oriented, team player to join our team as a Load Builder.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assemble orders, identify products from transfer requests, locate materials, count quantity, build and secure loads.


• Operate forklift to prepare transfers, transport materials, load and unload delivery vehicles.


• Review daily schedule of pre-booked incoming deliveries.


• Receives unscheduled deliveries as branch will permit while ensuring storage space is available.


• Direct and/or escort customers through the yard.


• 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 inventory adjustment sheets are updated.


• Complete the forklift inspection form.


• 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.


• 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:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience operator a forklift


• Manual dexterity to operate the forklift and the ability to lift over 25 kgs.


• Fluent in English (spoken and written) with excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills.


• Basic functional math skills with the ability to add, subtract, multiply or divide without the function of a calculator.


• Experience and knowledge in this or a related industry is an asset.


• Good knowledge of safe working procedures.


• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.


• Professional, courteous and punctual with a focus on customer service.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to dust, dirt and extreme changes in temperature and weather.


• Moderate exposure to personal risk; safety boots are required.


• Busy, high volume environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, a company pension plan, and paid time off. Our program is designed to support employee well-being and provide long-term security