Forklift Operator - Order Builder

GMS Canada; Victoria; On-site; CAD 31,684 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings

Company discounts

Training programs and career growth

Job summary

Slegg Building Materials on Vancouver Island, part of Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS), is seeking a Forklift Operator - Order Builder to prepare customer orders for delivery and support safe material handling. This role contributes to efficient warehouse operations at our Victoria location.

Join a hardworking team and help us exceed customer expectations. A valid propane forklift certification and a minimum of two years of forklift experience are required, with opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Two years of forklift experience and valid propane forklift certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to operate basic hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare customer orders for delivery and ensure accuracy.
• Perform daily inspections of lift trucks and complete required forms.
• Maintain lift truck maintenance and servicing requirements.
• Load and unload materials safely and efficiently.
• Check load contents for accuracy and secure materials.
• Ensure shipments follow schedules and instructions to meet customer demands.
• Maintain contact with supervisors and resolve issues as they arise.
• Act as an ambassador of the company with employees and customers.
• Follow all regulations, policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Forklift operation

Forklift certification (propane)

Written and oral communication

Mathematical skills

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description

Posted Monday, July 27, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide.

As part of the GMS family of companies since 2018, Slegg Building Materials has worked to become your first stop for all your building needs. Slegg has been on the job site or helping out around the house since 1947 and is Vancouver Island's choice for building materials and home improvement products. With multiple locations across Vancouver Island, we are proud of our roots, and we know the hard work and dedication that goes into every one of our customers' projects. Our team is made up of dedicated and hardworking individuals who together create a rewarding and welcoming work environment.

We are looking for a highly motivated and customer-focused individual for the position of Forklift Operator - Order Builder. The Forklift Operator - Order Builder prepares customer orders for delivery with the safe operation of a lift truck. Together with other team members, the Forklift Operator works to exceed customer expectations. The wage range for this position is $22.50 - $30 per hour (Tier 1; $22.50 - $26, Tier 2; $26 - $30).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of lift trucks and complete required forms.
• Ensurelift truck maintenance and servicing requirements are met.
• Build orders to required specifications for delivery.
• Load and unload building materials in a safe and efficient manner.
• Check load contents for accuracy and secure materials.
• Ensure that all products are shipped on schedule and according to specific instructions by management to meet customer demands.
• Maintain contact with supervisors and work to resolve issues as they arise.
• Act as an ambassador of the company with all employees and customers.
• Follow all regulations, company policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Basic Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification (propane).
• Minimum of two years' experience.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Basic hand tool skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
• Sitting and driving for longs periods of time.
• Frequently climbing up and down stairs.
• Pulling, pushing, bending and torso twisting movementswith weight.
• Health benefits - including drugs, practitioner, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings (pension or other) are provided.
• Perks - Company discounts (mobile phone, etc.), training programs and opportunities for career advancement, group events, and more.