Material Handler

E.B. Horsman & Son; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Western Canadian electrical distributor in Victoria is seeking a Material Handler to manage shipping and receiving tasks, maintain an organized warehouse, and support sales staff. Candidates should have high school completion and be capable of lifting 50 lbs. This full-time role offers 40 hours per week with various employee benefits including RRSP matching and profit-sharing.

Benefits

Birthday off

Health, dental, and employee assistance program benefits

Annual profit-sharing

Employee share ownership program (ESOP)

RRSP matching after 1 year of employment

Access to EBH University for personal & professional growth

Qualifications

• Able to lift 50 lbs and stand/move for 6+ hours.
• Previous experience in warehouse operations preferred.
• Willingness to learn new software programs.

Responsibilities

• Generate pick tickets and gather materials for orders.
• Pack, weigh, and label shipments for delivery.
• Unload and verify stock against manifests.
• Conduct cycle counts and manage stock rotation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the warehouse.
• Assist sales with priority orders and customer inquiries.

Skills

Computer literacy

Basic mathematical skills

Heavy lifting (50 lbs)

Collaboration

Education

High school completion

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

RF Scanner

Job description

Who We Are

We are strong, nimble, and growing! EB Horsman & Son is proud to be a fifth generation family owned, successful Western Canadian electrical distributor with 20+ locations throughout BC, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, consistently recognized as one of Canada's Best-Managed companies. We take pride in living our core values and carrying out our mission statement of helping our communities thrive since 1900s. At E.B. Horsman & Son, we’re committed to a workplace where everyone belongs. If you’re qualified, we’d like to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Birthday off
• Health, dental, and employee assistance program benefits
• Annual profit-sharing
• Employee share ownership program (ESOP)
• RRSP matching after 1 year of employment
• Access to EBH University for personal & professional growth

Onsite work location

Located at 3250 Tennyson Ave, Victoria, BC V8Z 3P3, this full-time position offers a consistent Monday-to-Friday schedule, ensuring 40 hours per week with no weekend shifts.

Why this role matters

The Material Handler in a branch is responsible for shipping, receiving, and moving products safely and efficiently while maintaining an organized and tidy warehouse and stock environment. They provide support to the customer and sales staff regarding the product, order quantity, availability, and location of stock. The role of a Material Handler is essential for the smooth operation of a branch because it directly impacts the efficiency and effectiveness of inventory management, product distribution, and customer satisfaction.

What To Expect In The Role

• Order Assembly: Generates pick tickets, gathers materials, and places them in designated areas. Operates necessary equipment and warehouse software (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks, RF Scanner).
• Packing & Shipping: Packs, weighs, and labels shipments. Prepares bills of lading, coordinates pickups, and processes shipping paperwork. Assists with entering orders for invoicing.
• Receiving: Unloads, inspects, and verifies stock against manifests. Updates inventory, addresses errors/damages, and coordinates returns with suppliers or Head Office.
• Stock Keeping: Conducts cycle counts, consolidates materials, and ensures FIFO stock rotation. Handles bin relocations and reel conversions.
• Warehouse Maintenance: Keeps the warehouse clean and organized. Assembles/disassembles storage units and reports hazards.
• Customer/Sales Support: Assists sales with priority orders, provides stock availability updates, and helps customers with inquiries and loading.

Ideal candidate profile

• Computer literacy with the ability to learn new software programs
• Basic mathematical skills with the ability to calculate simple equations mentally
• Ability to lift 50 lbs., stand/move for 6+ hours per day
• Ability to be inclusive, collaborative, and respectfulPrevious experience in warehouse operations, including shipping/receiving, is an asset
• High school completion

Our Core Values: Celebrating the Past, Empowering the Future

Teamwork & Collaboration | Integrity| Commitment | Reliability | Initiative | Continuous Improvement