Material Handler

Secure; Red Deer; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid benefits

Health Care Spending Account

Employee Wellness Programs

Employee Savings Plan

Career progression

Industry-leading safety standards

Referral program

Job summary

SECURE is seeking a Material Handler based in Blackfalds, Alberta, to store and ship blended chemicals and products while operating a forklift and ensuring TDG compliance. You will manage warehouse and yard storage and mark materials accordingly, supporting a safety-first team in a fast-paced environment.

The role demands physical fitness, weather endurance, and accuracy, with responsibilities from daily load/unload to safety practices and on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Forklift Certification; experience with liquid-based materials is an asset.
• TDG, WHMIS 2015, First Aid Certifications
• Requires 1-2 years of directly related forklift experience.
• Be physically fit and have a positive attitude.
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather.
• Maintenance and computer skills are assets.
• Oil and Gas chemical knowledge is asset.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming deliveries and load products for shipment per company policy and TDG requirements.
• Attend morning toolbox meeting to be aware of daily activities.
• Keep warehouse/product storage areas neat, clean, organized and safe.
• Assist in stencilling, labelling, palletizing, and shrink-wrapping/banding of materials for shipment.
• Accurately and efficiently perform all tasks as assigned.
• Use small hand tools and operate handling equipment.
• On-call (Weekend and Evening) responsibilities as required.
• Perform various other duties as assigned by the Lead Shipper/Receiver, Plant Manager or Plant Foreman
• Understand and comply with all safety and environmental requirements and company policies.
• Perform all activities in accordance with established safety and environmental policies and procedures.
• Play an active role in improving the working environment to ensure the safety and health of all employees.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Follow instructions

Physical fitness

Weather resilience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift Certification

TDG

WHMIS 2015

First Aid Certification

Computer skills

Oil & Gas chemical knowledge

Job description

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our customers. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE and be part of a team that steps up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

As our Material Handler, you will be responsible for working within our Specialty Chemicals division to ensure that all blended chemicals and products are stored and shipped correctly. The successful candidate will operate a forklift to load and unload products, manage storage throughout the warehouse and yard, and ensure materials are correctly marked in accordance with TDG requirements.

This role is based out of Blackfalds, Alberta.

The Team

The team is highly collaborative and safety-focused, working together to ensure smooth warehouse operations and compliance with regulations. Everyone plays a hands-on role in maintaining efficiency, cleanliness, and organization, while supporting one another to meet daily objectives.

Work Environment

The role is fast-paced and physically demanding, requiring adaptability to work in various weather conditions and handle a diverse range of tasks, from operating forklifts to preparing shipments. Safety and precision are top priorities, with a structured approach to maintaining compliance and ensuring a well-organized workspace.

A Day in The Life

• Unload incoming deliveries and load products for shipment per company policy and TDG Requirements
• Attend morning “toolbox” meeting to be aware of daily activities
• Keep warehouse/product storage areas neat, clean, organized and safe.
• Assist in stencilling, labelling, palletizing, and shrink-wrapping/banding of materials for shipment.
• Accurately and efficiently perform all tasks as assigned.
• Use small hand tools and operate handling equipment.
• On-call (Weekend and Evening) responsibilities as required
• Perform various other duties as assigned by the Lead Shipper/Receiver, Plant Manager or Plant Foreman
• Understand and comply with all safety and environmental requirements and company policies.
• Perform all activities in accordance with established safety and environmental policies and procedures.
• Play an active role in improving the working environment to ensure the safety and health of all employees.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Forklift Certification with experience operating forklifts with liquid-based materials is considered an asset.
• TDG, WHMIS 2015, First Aid Certifications
• Requires1-2 years of directly related forklift experience.
• Be physically fit and have a positive attitude.
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather.
• Maintenance and computer skills are considered an asset.
• Oil and Gas chemical knowledge is considered an asset
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions.

What's in it for you

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages and compensation programs which include:

• Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more
• Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Savings Plan

• Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry-leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives (Our Stories)

We believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has the right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support.

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States, and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.