Material Handler (Warehouse)

E.B. Horsman & Son Ltd.; Victoria; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health-care benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Out-of-country emergency coverage

Birthday off

Annual profit-sharing

Employee share ownership program (ESOP

RRSP matching after 1 year of employm

EBH University access

Job summary

E.B. Horsman & Son in Victoria, BC, is hiring a Material Handler for a full-time, Monday–Friday role with a consistent 40-hour schedule and no weekend shifts. You will support shipping, receiving, stock management, and customer service in a busy warehouse environment.

We offer comprehensive benefits and development opportunities, with a long-standing tradition since 1900s, and a commitment to teamwork and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school completion required.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and stand/move for extended periods.
• Experience in warehouse operations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Order assembly: generate pick tickets and prepare materials, operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and RF scanner.
• Packing & shipping: label, weigh, and prepare shipments; handle invoicing paperwork.
• Receiving: unload, inspect, and update stock; coordinate returns with suppliers or Head Office.
• Stock keeping: conduct cycle counts, consolidate materials, ensure FIFO; manage storage and relocations.
• Warehouse maintenance: keep area clean and organized; report hazards.
• Customer/sales support: provide stock updates and assist with inquiries.

Skills

Computer literacy

Basic math skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Teamwork

Inclusive & respectful

Education

High school completion

Tools

Warehouse software

RF Scanner

Job description

As one of Canada’s best-managed companies for 15 consecutive years, we proudly put our people first. That’s why our employees tend to stay for the long term—many have for decades.

We’re open minded, respectful, and committed to serving not only our customers, but our excellent staff. Whether you’re looking for a role in sales or at our warehouse, there are diverse opportunities for a long-lasting career.

We go out of our way to create an inclusive, supportive environment where people actually want to work every day.

Here are some of our core values:

• Teamwork and collaboration, Work-life balance, Competitive salaries
• Integrity, Continuous improvement, Equal opportunity employment, celebrating women and other under-represented groups in electrical

Attracting and retaining the best talent is one of our top priorities. As a result, we encourage employees to share in the company’s success.

Insurance Coverage

Professional Development

Savings Plans

Additional Benefits

Caring For Our Teams

Learn about the details of our benefits by browsing the dropdown menu.

Insurance Coverage

• Extended health-care benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Out-of-country emergency coverage
• Benefits available to both full-time and part-time employees

Professional Development

Registered and Non-Registered Savings Plans

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

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.

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 respectful

Previous experience in warehouse operations including shipping/receiving is an asset

High school completion

Our Core Values: Celebrating the Past, Empowering the Future

Teamwork l Integrity l Continuous Improvement l Resilience l Empowered

Compensation is determined by the candidate's experience, education, qualifications, role complexity, internal equity, and other relevant factors. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those living in Canada with permanent work authorization will be considered. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.