Forklift Operator

Tarpon Energy Services Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarpon Energy Services Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to move large steel components and skids around the yard and facility, outdoors in all weather. You will operate rough terrain forklifts and support shipping and logistics to ensure safe, efficient material handling.

We value safety, reliability, and teamwork; candidates should have forklift certification or willingness to obtain, strong work ethic, and the ability to work overtime during busy periods.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts in industrial, construction, or fabrication settings.
• Experience handling steel components, skids, and bundles preferred.
• Valid forklift certification or willingness to obtain.
• Strong understanding of safe material handling practices.
• Strong work ethic and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate rough terrain forklifts to move steel components, skids, and materials across the yard and production areas.
• Load and unload trucks safely, ensuring material integrity.
• Support shipping and receiving activities, including staging and organizing materials.
• Adhere to site safety protocols and perform daily equipment inspections.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Punctuality

Job description

Forklift Operator

Position Summary

We are seeking a safety-focused and reliable Forklift Operator to join our team. This role is primarily responsible for operating rough terrain forklifts to move large steel components and skids throughout the yard and facility. The position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions and supporting shipping and logistics operations to ensure materials are handled efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate rough terrain forklifts to transport structural steel, skids, and materials across the yard and production areas
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently, ensuring material integrity
• Support shipping and receiving activities, including staging, organizing, and verifying materials
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and adhere to all site safety protocols and procedures
• Perform daily equipment inspections and complete required documentation
• Assist with general yard organization and material handling as required
• Work collaboratively with the production, logistics, and shipping teams to meet operational timelines
• Work overtime as required, including evenings and weekends

Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience operating forklifts in an industrial, construction, or fabrication environment
• Experience handling large steel components, bundles, and skids is strongly preferred
• Valid forklift certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong understanding of safe material handling practices
• Strong work ethic and ability to communicate effectively.
• CSA-approved safety boots and valid driver's license.

Preferred (Nice-to-Have) Skills

• Experience operating skid steers and telehandlers
• Experience using overhead cranes
• Familiarity with steel fabrication or construction environments

Working Conditions

• Primarily outdoor work in all weather conditions year-round
• Physically demanding role requiring lifting, climbing, and extended periods of equipment operation
• Fast-paced, safety-critical industrial environment

What We're Looking For

• Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Ability to work independently and take direction from the Shipping Lead
• Flexible and willing to support operational needs, including overtime