Loader Operator

Dalmine SPA; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenaris in Fort St. John, BC, seeks a skilled Loader Operator to support shipping and receiving. You will operate heavy equipment including a front-end loader and Pettibone to move tubular products, while ensuring accurate inventory using RFID and the Yard Management System.

The role emphasizes safety, with mandatory pre-employment drug and fit tests. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Loader/Operator certification required or to be obtained after hire.
• Minimum 1 year shipping and receiving experience.
• At least 1 year operating a wheel loader with grapples; OCTG experience preferred.
• Pettibone equipment and/or front-end loader experience preferred.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license; forklift certification an asset; SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day yard activities upon completion of training, including support for Yard Technicians
• Perform daily safety inspections and preventative maintenance checks on equipment
• Safely load, unload, and transport tubular products and accessories for shipment
• Consistently comply with all safety policies and protocols in daily responsibilities
• Prepare loads for third-party transportation with accuracy and care
• Responsible for inventory accuracy and tracking movements using handheld devices/tablets
• Clean and maintain heavy equipment as required
• Ensure equipment is properly secured and stored when not in use
• Participate in routine equipment and yard maintenance
• Support seasonal yard upkeep (winter, spring, summer, and fall readiness)
• Perform additional duties as required to support operations

Skills

Loader certification

Shipping/receiving

Wheel loader w/ grapples

Pettibone equipment

Front-end loader

SAP experience

Class 5 license

Tools

RFID systems

YMS (Yard Management System)

SAP

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Title: Loader Operator

Description:

Loader Operator

LOCATION: Fort St. John- British Columbia -Canada

DEPARTMENT: SUPPLY CHAIN

HR CONTACT: GILL SONIA

Role

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Loader Operator to support our shipping and receiving operations. In this role, you will operate heavy equipment, including a front-end loader and Pettibone, to safely move and manage tubular products and accessories. You will also be responsible for completing inventory tracking using RFID and the Yard Management System (YMS).

This position plays a critical role in ensuring materials are handled efficiently and accurately, while maintaining full compliance with all safety standards. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining a safe work environment.

Please note: Tenaris requires employees to pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and fit test for this position as it is a safety sensitive position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day yard activities upon completion of training, including supporting Yard Technicians
• Perform daily safety inspections and preventative maintenance checks on equipment
• Safely load, unload, and transport tubular products and accessories for shipment
• Consistently comply with all safety policies and protocols in the execution of daily responsibilities.
• Prepare loads for third-party transportation with accuracy and care
• Responsible for inventory accuracy and tracking each physical movement using handheld devices/tablets to scan and track inventory accurately
• Clean and maintain heavy equipment as required
• Ensure equipment is properly secured and stored when not in use
• Participate in routine equipment and yard maintenance
• Support seasonal yard upkeep (winter, spring, summer, and fall readiness)
• Perform additional duties as required to support operations

Qualifications

• Loader/Operator certification (or willingness to obtain after hire)
• Minimum 1 year of experience in shipping and receiving
• At least 1 year of experience operating a wheel loader with grapples, preferably handling OCTG materials
• Experience with Pettibone equipment and/or front-end loaders is strongly preferred
• Technical aptitude and ability to learn new technologies and systems
• Forklift certification is an asset (training available after hire)
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License required
• SAP experience is considered an asset

Why Join Tenaris

A global leader

Help share our future and solidify our position as leaders in our industry.

People make the difference

Work with outstanding people in dynamic, collaborative teams who are always looking to find better ways of doing things.

A safe and environmentally conscientious workplace

We adopt ecologically efficient designs and technologies to keep our people safe and healthy and reduce our impact on the environment.

A partner in the community

We understand that a long-term industrial project means growing together with communities where we operate.

Unleash your potential

We understand the importance of giving you the chance to learn and develop new skills by exploring different positions.

Our differences make us stronger

Join a culturally diverse team, united in our commitment to excellence.

Learning culture

From one corner of the world to another, our global organization will encourage you to share knowledge and best practices.

Effort is rewarded

We select and promote individuals based on their performance, experience, abilities, interpersonal skills and commitment.

Competitive salary and benefits

Our worldwide compensation and salary structure is positioned competitively in each and every one of the markets where we operate.

Facilities unlike any other

We continuously invest in our mills, service centres, training and research centres, focused on a sustainable, state-of-the-art industrial footprint in every community where we operate.

Diversity & Inclusion

Tenaris values diversity in all its forms, fostering an inclusive workplace rooted in safety, ethics, transparency, and open communication. Our active Diversity & Inclusion committee works on strategic initiatives to enhance our workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tenaris is committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the Alberta Employment Standards Act (ESA).

Thank you for your interest.