Forklift Operator

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Nisku; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Silent-Aire Limited Partnership in Nisku, AB is seeking a Forklift Operator to move materials around a yard and facility. You will load and unload trucks, assist with inventory documentation, and perform routine maintenance while following safety regulations.

Requirements include a valid forklift license (class 1, 4, 5) from an accredited program, 2+ years of warehouse/shipping experience, and clear English communication. Overtime may be required in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or shipping environment.
• Knowledge of safety policies and safe lifting procedures.
• Clear spoken and written English communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and related lifting devices inside and outside.
• Confirm inventory transactions are complete.
• Load and unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, and trucks.
• Maintain accurate inventory documentation.
• Follow safety policies and perform routine maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

English communication

Job description

Overview

Silent-Aire Limited Partnership is a wholly owned subsidiary of Johnson Controls. Silent-Aire is a technology driven company that designs, engineers and manufactures hyperscale cooling and modular data center solutions. This role is located at our facility in Nisku and you must have a reliable transportation to commute. This role will be offered to work Monday to Thursday Nightshift or Weekend Nights, Friday-Sunday. The Forklift Operator is responsible for utilizing a forklift to move materials around a storage yard, factory, or similar location. The Forklift Operator is also responsible for loading and unloading trucks, conducting minor maintenance work, assisting with inventory documentation, and supporting full adherence to safety compliance regulations.

Roles & Responsibilities

Operate lifting devices, e.g. forklifts, hoists, elevating platforms, lift beams and swivel hooks inside and outside. Confirm inventory transactions are complete. Manually load and unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, and lifting devices. Put away received materials to proper storage locations. Ability to readily determine the correct tools and equipment needed to do a job. Accurately ship and receive product. May perform other activities such as assisting in taking inventory and weighing/checking materials. Support inventory control with accurate documentation. Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment. Accurately weigh and document materials. Participate in clean-up of yard and facility. Perform all duties in accordance with Silent-Aire Limited Partnership safety program standards and Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and Code. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Minimum of 2 years’ experience working as a forklift operator in a warehouse/shipping environment with a VALID forklift license from an accredited training program (class 1, 4, 5). Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures. Able to communicate well in English via radio and in-person. Clear speech. Knowledge of safe lifting and handling techniques. Must be able to carry and move equipment and/or supplies in excess of 40 pounds. Able to work independently and in team.

Working Conditions

Exercise caution, as the environment presents many naturally occurring hazards. Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment). Employee may be exposed to uncomfortable work settings such as cold or hot weather outdoors; may have combinations of standing, crouching, or sitting throughout the day. Fast-paced environment. Overtime as required.

Contacts

Communication is primarily internal to the assigned work team, the Inventory and Materials Supervisors, and Production and Plant Management. Johnson Controls’ Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. To request accommodation, please contact us. Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential. A copy of Johnson Controls’ applicable AODA policies are available on our website at www.johnsoncontrols.com for your reference, and can be made available in accessible formats upon request.

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