Material Handler

PERI Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Material Handler to join their dynamic team in Calgary. In this role, you will be responsible for shipping and receiving operations, including loading and unloading trucks, operating heavy-duty forklifts, and ensuring safety compliance at all times. The ideal candidate will have a valid forklift license and experience in material handling within an outdoor environment. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a safety-focused workplace while enjoying a range of benefits. If you are organized, safety-conscious, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Company Matching RRSP

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Bonus

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience operating a counterbalance forklift safely.
• Valid forklift license required from an accredited training program.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks, ensuring accuracy and safety.
• Operate a counterbalance forklift to manage materials outdoors.
• Participate in safety meetings and maintain health standards.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Material Handling

Safety Compliance

Basic Math Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Valid Forklift License

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Counterbalance Forklift

Job description

Posting Date: Apr 18, 2025

Location:

Calgary, AB, CA, T3S 0A2

Company: PERI Formwork Systems, Inc.

Material Handler

Calgary, AB

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Actively participating in the shipping and receiving operations duties such as:
• Loading and unloading trucks
• Checking for overages, damages and shortages
• Order picking and repackaging returned materials
• Operating a heavy-duty counterbalance forklift to pick orders and prepare outgoing shipments
• Counting and servicing parts to a defined quality, productivity, and rental criteria standards
• Removing, repairing, and replacing basic components using a variety of hand and power tools:
• Hand tools may include hammers, chisels, screw drivers, spanners and pliers
• Power hand tools may include drills, saws, grinders, routers, and rivet guns
• Safely operating a heavy-duty counterbalance forklift outdoors, over uneven terrain to move material and pick orders when required
• Consistently executing pedestrian safety while operating machinery
• Differentiating parts and components between colours, shapes and sizes
• Manual material handling of both large and small formwork and scaffolding components
• Accurately logging service work records
• Actively participating in cycle counts and inventory control processes
• Maintaining an exceptional attendance record with consistent emphasis on punctuality
• Participating in all group health and safety meetings
• Demonstrating a strong commitment to safety
• Complying with all PERI policies and procedures, and provincial health and safety standards, at all times
• Respecting working procedures
• Using protective personal equipment when required
• Reporting hazards and accidents
• Taking care of your health and safety and that of others
• Other related duties as assigned
  
  

What you'll need to be successful:

• Must have a valid forklift license from a recognized and accredited Canadian training program or school
• Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in the safe operation of a counterbalance forklift
• Previous experience working in an outdoor environment with a variety of hand and power tools preferred
• Previous experience organizing material in an outdoor environment is preferred
• Experience operating a diesel-powered counterbalance forklift with capacities up to 15,000 pounds/7,000 kilograms is preferred
• Ability to handle both large and small parts for material preparation and movement
• Ability to perform basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and the ability to count parts manually
• Ability to differentiate between colours, shapes and sizes
• Dedication to promoting and maintaining the highest standard of workplace health and safety
• Comply with the mandatory respiratory protection program, where required
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to work within a team and individually with minimal supervision
• The ability to function effectively in a dynamic, diverse, and fast-paced environment
  
  

What your benefits will be:

• Health (including paramedical), Vision & Dental
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Company Matching RRSP
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Bonus
  
  

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation for candidates with disabilities is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

PERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Apply online

peri.com/career
PERI Group
Formwork Scaffolding Engineering
Recruiting Team