Forklift Operator - Lumber Warehouse

Warman Home Centre LP; Warman; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits

Pension plan

On-site fitness facility

Employee discount

Job summary

Warman Home Centre LP in Warman, SK is seeking a reliable Forklift Operator to move and stack lumber yard materials with safety as a priority. The role requires operating all-terrain forklifts, loading and unloading, and maintaining a well-organized yard. Overtime during peak seasons and every-second Saturday work are expected.

The wage is $18-21 per hour with group benefits. Recent entrants are welcome as training is provided; permanent employment is offered with a pension plan and on-site

Qualifications

• Permanent Canadian residency with ability to communicate in English (read/write).
• Physical strength and stamina to load/unload 25–80 lbs regularly.
• Ability to stand, bend and lift during shift.
• Willingness to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Good customer service and teamwork skills.
• Basic math and inventory tracking skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely and efficiently over uneven terrain.
• Load, unload, and transport lumber yard materials.
• Stack and organize products in designated areas.
• Inspect equipment daily and report maintenance issues.
• Always follow company policies and safety procedures.
• Ensure yard is properly maintained and well organized.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as required.

Skills

Physical strength

Stamina

Teamwork

Customer service

English communication

Math

Forklift

Tools

Forklift

Job description

We are currently seeking a reliable andsafety-focused Forklift Operator to join our team. In this role, youwill be responsible for operating all-terrain forklifts to move, load, andunload products efficiently and safely. This is a physically demanding job - itwill require you to be on your feet a lot of the day and will require theability to lift between 25-80lbs regularly.

This position is safety-sensitive, and the successfulcandidate must adhere to a drug-free workplace policy. Drug testing mayberequired in certain situations as per health and safety policies.

Previous forklift experience is considered an asset;however, is not required. We will provide on the job training to set you up forsuccess!

The successful candidate must be willing to work everysecond Saturday and keen to work overtime hours (primarily during peak-seasonmonths).

What you will be doing:

• Operate forklift safely and efficiently over uneventerrain
• Load, unload, and transport lumber yard materials
• Stack and organize products in designated areas
• Inspect equipment daily and report maintenance issues
• Always follow company policies and safety procedures
• Ensure yard is properly maintained and well organized
• Assist with general warehouse duties as required

Job requirements

Must have:

• Permanent Canadian residency with the ability toeffectively communicate in English (read and write)
• Physical strength and stamina to load, unload, andtransport lumber yard materials (25-80lbs regularly)
• Ability to stand, bend, and lift regularly throughout theshift
• Willingness to work in extreme weather conditions
• Good customer service and teamwork skills
• Basic math and inventory tracking skills

Nice to have:

• Previous experience operating a forklift (1+ yearspreferred)
• General knowledge of lumber and building materials

What we have to offer:

• Permanent employment with the opportunity to workovertime
• Wage range of $18-21
• Group benefits and a company matched pension plan.
• Access to on-site fitness facility.
• Employee discount on products sold at our retaillocation.

Warman Home Centre, 601 South RailwaySt. W Warman, SK