Forklift Operator

Morin Bros. Building Supplies Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Morin Supply is seeking a Forklift Operator in Ottawa to support our warehouse operations. You will handle loading/unloading, assist drivers, and help maintain a safe, organized yard and inventory locations. The role involves outdoor work in varying weather and a requirement for basic math and good communication.

We value reliability, teamwork, and safety, with opportunities for growth in a family-owned construction supplies company that emphasizes customer service and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of forklift experience.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to do basic math and read instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide shipping and receiving support for orders and returns.
• Operate a diesel-powered counterbalance forklift to load/unload trucks as directed.
• Assist drivers with loading and unloading merchandise and maintaining safety.

Skills

Forklift experience

Customer service

Basic math

Communication

Job description

Forklift Operator
Department: Warehouse
Reports to: Yard Manager
Location: Ottawa
Pay Rate: $23.69 /hour and Bi-weekly rotational shifts including 5AM- 2:15PM, 6:15AM-3:30PM , 1:45PM-10:30PM but subject to change depending on when trucks are done being unloaded (this shift comes with evening shift premium

Founded by the Morin Brothers in 1986, Morin Supply has since grown into a major distributor of specialty construction products and materials across the National Capital Region. Homeowners, contractors, engineers, and architects rely on us to source the products they need from the industry’s most respected manufacturers. We’ve always invested in our people, whose product knowledge, long-standing relationships, technical expertise, and commitment to collaboration has made the Morin name synonymous with trust and reliability.

We are now looking to expand our team! Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, reliable, hard-working and a team player.

At Morin Supply, we aim to be the easiest building supply company to deal with.

Responsibilities

• Provide shipping and receiving support to customers for orders and returns.
• Assist other Yard/Forklift Operators with manually picking materials such as drywall, mud, tape, steel, and other building products.
• Operate a diesel-powered counterbalance forklift to load and unload trucks as directed by the supervisor.
• Assist truck drivers with loading merchandise and materials, ensuring products are handled safely and securely to prevent damage.
• Assist truck drivers with unloading and processing returned merchandise, ensuring returned items are placed in the proper storage location and maintained in saleable condition.
• Unload incoming freight and verify quantities against purchase orders and shipping documentation.
• Complete required documentation, including order verification, receiving reports, and forklift inspection checklists.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard, warehouse, and work area.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner, following established safety procedures and remaining alert to unsafe conditions.
• Load customer orders accurately and safely.
• Maintain knowledge of inventory locations and product identification.
• Locate and pick the correct products by type, style, and quantity to accurately fulfill customer and transfer orders.
• Assist supervisors, coworkers, and other departments as required to support operational needs.
• Perform snow removal and salting duties as required during winter months.
• Conduct daily pre-operational forklift inspections and report any equipment deficiencies.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations.
• Be available to work one mandatory Saturday in July prior to the Civic Holiday weekend to support annual inventory activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs of the business.

Skills, Qualifications, and Abilities

• CSA Approved Steel-toed boots (8” high)
• 6 months to 1 year of forklift experience
• Excellent customer service, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to do basic math, read instructions and complete forms.
• Communicate with customers, other employees and supervisors using verbal & written skills.
• Knowledge and ability to use safe lifting techniques.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment as prescribed in designated areas
• Strength (lift, carry, push and pull):Maximum lift, 100 lbs.; Frequently lift/carry up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, with manual dexterity and see (acuity, depth perception, field of vision, accommodation)
• Reach overhead to grasp materials.

License and Certification

• Valid Forklift Certification is considered an asset
• Valid Working at Heights Certification is considered an asset

Environment and Working Conditions

• Work with mechanical equipment on daily basis.
• Work outside in temperatures ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold.

Morin Supply is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized communities, persons with disabilities, people from gender-diverse communities, and individuals with intersectional identities. We are committed to an inclusive selection process and a barrier-free workplace.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All information collected during the recruitment process will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy legislation in Ontario and Quebec.

Offers of employment may be subject to reference checks, verification of qualifications, and role-specific requirements such as driving record checks or safety certifications, where applicable.

Accessibility & AODA Compliance

Morin Supply is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), we will provide accommodations throughout all stages of the recruitment, selection, and employment process upon request. If you require an accommodation, please inform Human Resources and we will work with you to meet your needs in a manner that respects dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity.