Forklift Operator

Propak Systems Ltd.; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering and fabrication is seeking entry-level Forklift Operators for its Airdrie shop. Candidates will perform a range of tasks including maintenance and material transport while working under supervision. Ideal candidates will have some laborer experience in a similar field and possess mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years labourer experience related to oil & gas fabrication.
• Experience with the use and maintenance of equipment.
• Experience in warehousing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform general tasks related to maintenance and material handling.
• Operate forklift and transport equipment.
• Assist tradespersons in the fabrication shop.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Maintenance of equipment

Material handling

Tools

Basic hand and power tools

Job description

Propak Systems Ltd. , an established leader in engineering, fabrication and construction of gas compression, processing and Heavy Oil facilities, is currently seeking Forklift Operators to join our fabrication shops in Airdrie, AB. As an entry level position, Warehouse Forklift Operators are assessed for their suitability and aptitude towards appropriate apprenticeship training.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general tasks related to maintenance, material handling, clean-up, basic tool and machinery operations, and other elemental activities at fabrication shops
• Ability to drive forklift to job site, operate forklift and position or place equipment and materials
• Transport materials and equipment manually or using powered equipment
• Perform pre-operational inspection and maintenance work such as cleaning and lubricating forklifts
• Assist tradespersons and other fabrication shop personnel
• Work under close supervision within well-defined procedures
• Under direct supervision, may be required to operate basic hand and power tools
• Clean work areas and equipment
• Carry out warehousing, tool crib, or janitorial duties
• Act safely, within fabrication shop rules and guidelines
• Transport raw materials, finished products and equipment throughout plant manually or using powered equipment.
• Check and weigh materials and products.
• Sort, pack, crate and package materials and products.
• Assist machine operators, assemblers and other workers.
• Perform other labour and basic activities as required

Qualifications

• 0-2 years labourer experience related to oil & gas fabrication
• Experience assisting pipefitters, welders, electricians, insulators, painters, etc
• Mechanical aptitude
• Experience with the use and maintenance of equipment or basic hand and power tools is an asset
• Experience in warehousing is an asset
• As a condition of employment, employees are required upon hire to sign a Drug-Free Workplace Agreement, a Conflict of Interest Agreement and Confidentiality and Invention Agreement.

Propak Systems Ltd. thanks all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.