Power Pallet Operator - Nights

Aerotek; Calgary; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring for a Warehouse Order Picker - Night Shift in Calgary, AB. This contract-to-hire role operates from 11:00 p.m.

to 7:30 a.m., focusing on safe operation of power pallet equipment, accurate order picking with RF scanners, and preparing pallets for outbound shipment in a fast-paced Winners department warehouse. Typical duties include loading/unloading trailers, heavy lifting up to 50 lbs, and maintaining safety and organization in the receiving/shipping area.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 25-50 lbs consistently for an 8-hour shift.
• Experience in a distribution, logistics, or similar warehouse environment.
• Experience using RF scanners for picking, receiving, or inventory tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate a power pallet jack to move products and pallets.
• Load and unload trailers, ensure correct locations.
• Use RF scanner to track and verify products and orders.
• Pick orders and build pallets for shipment.
• Perform heavy lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Support shipping and receiving activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced warehouse.

Skills

RF scanner

Heavy lifting

Night shift

Pallet jack operation

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Tools

Power pallet jack

RF scanner

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Order Picker - Night Shift

Job Description

This role supports a high-volume distribution operation by safely operating power pallet equipment, accurately picking and scanning orders, and preparing pallets for outbound shipment. You will work in a fast-paced receiving and shipping environment, handling heavy products and ensuring orders are completed efficiently and accurately for the Winners department at a large third-party logistics facility.

Responsibilities

• Operate an end rider power pallet jack to move products and pallets safely throughout the warehouse.
• Load and unload trailers, ensuring products are handled carefully and placed in the correct locations.
• Use an RF scanner to scan, track, and verify products and orders with a high level of accuracy.
• Pick orders for shipping according to pick lists and RF instructions, ensuring correct items and quantities.
• Build and wrap pallets securely to prepare orders for transportation and prevent product damage.
• Perform consistent heavy lifting of up to 50 lbs throughout the shift to move, sort, and stack products.
• Support shipping and receiving activities, including sorting, staging, loading, and unloading freight.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including removing debris and keeping aisles clear.
• Adapt to changing priorities and processes in a dynamic warehouse environment to meet operational goals.
• Collaborate with team members and follow direction from leads and supervisors to complete daily workload.
• Follow all safety procedures and warehouse guidelines while operating equipment and handling products.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift 25-50 lbs consistently for an 8-hour shift, including up to 2 hours of continuous lifting as required.
• Previous warehouse experience in a distribution, logistics, or similar environment.
• Experience using an RF scanner for order picking, inventory, or shipping and receiving tasks.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced receiving and shipping department with time-sensitive workloads.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate power pallet jacks and other basic warehouse equipment safely.
• Strong attention to detail when picking, scanning, and preparing orders for shipment.
• Willingness to work night shifts from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., Sunday to Thursday, with openness to working additional days as needed.
• Reliability and consistency in attendance and performance in a physically demanding role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with heavy lifting, general labour, and warehouse operations such as sorting and order picking.
• Previous shipping and receiving experience, including loading and unloading trailers.
• Hands-on experience building and wrapping pallets for outbound shipments.
• Power pallet jack or hand pallet jack experience in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Experience using RF scanners in multiple functions such as picking, receiving, and inventory.
• Background in cleaning or janitorial work within an industrial or warehouse setting.
• Comfort working with minimal rigid processes and adapting to evolving procedures and priorities.

Why Work Here?

You join a growing logistics operation that offers clear opportunities for advancement, with a track record of promoting entry-level team members into leadership roles. The culture values flexibility, teamwork, and a practical, results-focused mindset, encouraging people who "find a way to get it done." The environment is energetic and collaborative, where you can listen to music, enjoy your workday, and be part of a supportive team while building valuable experience in warehousing and distribution.

Work Environment

You will work in a large third-party logistics warehouse within an extremely fast-paced receiving department, primarily supporting different distribution streams. The facility employs approximately 20-30 team members, including power pallet operators and warehouse workers, who collaborate closely to keep freight moving. The dress code is typical for a warehouse setting, emphasizing safety and practicality, including appropriate footwear and attire suitable for heavy lifting and equipment operation. The role is on the night shift, running from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, with the expectation that you remain open to working any day of the week based on operational needs. The workplace culture is flexible and dynamic, with fewer rigid processes, requiring you to adapt quickly to changing priorities while maintaining safety and productivity. Team members often listen to music while they work, contributing to a fun, energetic atmosphere focused on getting the job done efficiently and safely.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Calgary, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l'aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l'expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l'industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l'Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d'affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu'un programme d'aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d'égalité d'accès à l'emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l'âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l'origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l'orientation sexuelle, de l'identité de genre, de l'information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur l'égalité des chances de San Francisco:

Conformément à l'Ordonnance sur l'égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l'intelligence artificielle (IA):

Nous pouvons utiliser l'intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d'embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l'évaluation des candidatures. L'IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l'aide d'outils d'IA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.