Forklift Operator - Kamloops Reload

Arrow Transportation Systems; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation logistics company in Kamloops is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their reload team. Responsibilities include operating high-capacity forklifts, loading and unloading commodities, and adhering to safety regulations. Ideal candidates should have previous forklift experience and the ability to lift heavy loads. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits, with opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate: $25-$27/hr based on experience

Extended Medical Benefits

Opportunity to join RRSP matching program

Year-round work

Onsite training

Growth potential and career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating high capacity forklifts (25000 lbs) is an asset.
• Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Comfortable working at heights exceeding 10 feet using fall protection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate high capacity forklifts to transfer commodities.
• Load and unload lumber and other products from trucks and railcars.
• Support inventory control and accurately document movements.

Skills

Load & Unload

Forklift

Warehouse Experience

Shipping & Receiving

Basic Math

Industrial Equipment

Job description

Overview

In business since 1919 and still growing! Arrow is a diversified transportation logistics and materials handling company with operations throughout Canada and the U.S.

Arrow is a leader in Reload Operations partnering with Class 1 railways in Canada to inventory and transfer product between truck rail and container shipping to for delivery to satisfied customers.

We are looking for a Forklift Operator to join our reload team in Kamloops BC .

Great people work here!

We Offer

• Competitive pay rate : $25-$27 / hr based on experience
• Extended Medical Benefits including dental pharmaceutical and more!
• Opportunity to join RRSP matching program
• Year round work
• Onsite training
• Growth potential and career advancement opportunities
• Shift : varies Monday-Friday; day and afternoon shift
• Hours : 8hrs / day plus overtime

Responsibilities

Lumber steel pipe and containers arrive at the facility by truck or rail. We are looking for a Forklift Operator to safely and efficiently transfer these commodities to truck rail or container for furtherance. Responsibilities include :

Operate high capacity forklifts (up to 25000lbs).

Loading and unloading lumber steel and engineered wood products from trucks railcars or containers.

Secure commodities on railcars using appropriate rigging tie-downs and safety procedures to prevent shifting during transit.

Work at heights while inspecting loading and securing freight following all fall protection and safety regulations.

Support inventory control (inbound / outbound / on ground) and accurately document.

Ability to prepare load plans for railcar truck and / or container.

Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment.

Assist with general yard clean up / maintenance.

Assist with cleaning of equipment cutting steel banding for package securement and monitoring disposal of items.

Inspect and verify product condition to ensure cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures.

Work in adherence to all safe work practices procedures as well as all regulatory requirements.

Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop department or work crew.

You Possess

Previous experience operating high capacity forklifts (25000 lbs) is an asset.

Previous experience loading and unloading commodities from trucks or railcars is an asset

Ability to lift carry push and pull up to 50 lbs regularly.

Comfortable working at heights exceeding 10 feet using fall protection equipment.

Preference will be given to those with lumber handling experience

A positive attitude

Solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment

Embody Arrows values : Safety Integrity Responsibility Quality Teamwork and Fun!

Key Skills

Load & Unload,Shipping & Receiving,Forklift,Basic Math,Industrial Equipment,Warehouse Experience,Warehouse Distribution Experience,Warehouse Management System,Driving,Reach Truck,Clamp Truck,RF Scanner

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 25 - 27