Forklift Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for an Edmonton client. The role focuses on safe forklift operation, accurate order picking, and detailed verification in a warehouse setting.

Hours are daytime with a starting wage of CAD 17.00 per hour. Start date is ASAP as the team looks to fill a new position in a busy distribution environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift in a warehouse environment.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• WHMIS certification preferred.
• Strong math and counting skills.
• Attention to detail with accurate order tallying.
• Ability to lift up to 25 kg (55 lbs) and work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Pick and move orders using a forklift.
• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently in a warehouse environment.
• Inspect forklift equipment and report maintenance needs.
• Tally orders accurately with strong math skills.
• Verify products and orders with close attention to detail.
• Perform general warehouse duties for the remainder of the shift.
• Manually move products weighing up to 25 kg (55 lbs).

Skills

Forklift operation

Forklift certification

WHMIS certification

Attention to detail

Math and counting

Teamwork

Job description

An Edmonton client is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join their team.

Forklift Operator Highlights:

• Pick and move orders using a forklift
• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently in a warehouse environment
• Inspect forklift equipment and report maintenance needs
• Tally orders accurately using strong math and counting skills
• Verify products and orders with close attention to detail
• Spend approximately 50% of the shift operating a forklift
• Perform general warehouse duties for the remaining time
• Manually move products weighing up to 25 kg (55 lbs.)

Requirements:

• Previous forklift operating experience
• Forklift certification is preferred
• WHMIS certification is preferred
• Strong math and counting skills
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to safely lift and move up to 25 kg (55 lbs.)
• Hardworking, reliable, punctual, and honest
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Hours & Wage:

• Daytime shift
• $17.00/hour to start

Start Date: ASAP

About Us:
Express Employment Professionals works with job seekers to help them find the right job based on their skills and experience. We have a variety of jobs available, including full-time, part-time, and temporary positions. As one of the leading staffing companies in North America, our Edmonton, AB, offices are ready to help you take the next step in your career.Express Employment Professionals has helped strong applicants build their careers since 1985. In 2025, our team put more than 2,871 associates to work in the greater Edmonton area. Express employs more than 556,000 people globally across more than 900 franchise locations worldwide.