Forklift Trainer

APTECH EMPLOYMENT LTD. - 21d2; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptech Employment is seeking a Forklift Trainer in Mississauga, ON. The role focuses on training employees to operate MHE safely and efficiently, with emphasis on practical instruction and compliance with safety standards.

You will conduct sessions at multiple client sites, cover various forklift types, and maintain detailed training records. The position requires travel to client locations and adaptability to different warehouse environments, including cold storage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Material Handling Equipment experience.
• MHE Train-the-Trainer certification or willingness to complete training.
• Experience with wireless RF systems is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Knowledge of MHE safety regulations and warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forklift and MHE training sessions at client locations.
• Train employees on stand-up counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, walkies, and similar equipment.
• Apply adult learning principles to deliver clear, practical training.
• Follow MHE legislation and safety standards in training.
• Maintain accurate training records and complete data entry.
• Work independently while collaborating with team to meet requirements.
• Promote safe work practices and address training challenges professionally.
• Travel to different client locations and support various shifts.
• Adapt training to different warehouse environments including cold storage 0°C to -30°C.

Skills

MHE experience

Train-the-Trainer

RF systems knowledge

Communication skills

Safety regulations

Recordkeeping

Problem solving

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Job description

Join Aptech Employment as a Forklift Trainer in Mississauga, ON!

Are you an experienced Material Handling Equipment (MHE) operator with a passion for training, workplace safety, and helping others succeed? Aptech Employment is hiring a dedicated Forklift Trainer for our client in Mississauga, ON. If you have strong equipment operating experience and enjoy teaching others, we encourage you to apply!

What You'll Do

As a Forklift Trainer, you will help ensure employees operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting forklift and MHE training sessions at various client locations.
• Training employees on equipment such as stand-up counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, walkies, and other material handling equipment.
• Applying effective adult learning principles to deliver clear, engaging, and practical training.
• Following applicable MHE legislation, occupational health and safety standards, warehouse procedures, and other relevant regulations.
• Maintaining accurate training records and completing data entry and documentation.
• Working independently while collaborating with team members to meet training requirements.
• Promoting safe work practices and addressing training-related challenges professionally.
• Travelling to different client locations and working various shifts as required.
• Working in different warehouse environments, including cold storage facilities with temperatures ranging from 0°C to -30°C.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of Material Handling Equipment experience, including stand-up counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, walkies, and similar equipment.
• MHE Train-the-Trainer certification, or willingness to complete the required training.
• Experience with wireless RF systems, including voice picking, is considered an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent presentation, instructional, and facilitation abilities.
• Knowledge of MHE safety regulations, warehouse operations, and applicable health and safety standards.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy in recordkeeping.
• A proactive attitude with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and communicate professionally with employees at all levels.
• Flexibility to work different shifts and travel to various client locations.
• Willingness to commit to the role for a minimum of 12 months.
• Comfortable working in varying warehouse temperatures, including cold storage environments ranging from 0°C to -30°C.
• A clean, professional, and well-groomed appearance.

Why Join Aptech Employment?

At Aptech Employment, we connect skilled professionals with rewarding employment opportunities. This role offers you the opportunity to use your MHE expertise to train employees, promote workplace safety, and contribute to efficient warehouse operations.