Shop Labourer

Kristian Electric Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Company pension plan

Friendly work environment

Job summary

Kristian Electric Ltd. in Calgary is seeking a dependable Shop Laborer to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient workspace while supporting shop and warehouse teams. You will assist skilled tradespeople, handle basic hand tools, and help with deliveries, packing, shipping, and inspecting equipment.

We value reliability, teamwork, and a proactive attitude. The role requires a valid driver’s license, forklift certification, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with safety as a

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Forklift operator certificate is required.
• Strong customer service skills and professional conduct.
• Fast learner and team player with continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled tradespeople in their duties.
• Operate basic hand tools and powered hand tools.
• Occasional deliveries and pick-ups will be required.
• Receive welding machines and chain hoists for repair and coordinate with warehouse.
• Pack and ship repaired units to customers with warehouse support.
• Report damages and shortages to vendors with necessary details.
• Prepare inspection reports on equipment with service writers.
• Maintain cleanliness of warehouse, bays, and yard; perform general labor duties.
• Other miscellaneous duties may be assigned.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Safety oriented

Clear communication

Welding equipment knowledge

Education

Valid driver's license

3 year driver's abstract

Forklift operator certificate

Job description

Kristian Electric Ltd. (KEL), is a strong family business founded in 1964, providing the best and most trusted service, parts, sales, and rentals of electric overhead cranes, welding equipment, hoists, and material handling equipment. Reaching across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and many other provinces, KEL leads the industry and continues to grow every day. We are always excited to welcome passionate, hard-working individuals to our growing company - your growth and development is the sum of our success!

Role Summary:

Reporting to the Welder Service Supervisor in Calgary, the primary functions of the Shop Laborer are all geared toward maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient workspace while also supporting the overall shop and warehouse teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting skilled tradespeople in their duties.
• Operating basic hand tools and powered hand tools.
• Occasional deliveries and pick-ups will be required.
• Receiving welding machines and chain hoists for repair via courier and/or transport services while working with the warehouse team and communicating with appropriate service writers.
• Packing and shipping repaired units back to customers while working with the warehouse team.
• Reporting damages and shortages correctly – contacting appropriate vendors with information as required.
• Performing and documenting inspection reports on relevant equipment while working with the warehouse team and communicating with service writers and sales representatives.
• General cleaning and maintenance duties of the warehouse, shipping/receiving bays, and yard (sweeping, organizing, general labour cleanup) while working with the warehouse team.
• Other miscellaneous duties may be assigned.

Core Competencies:

• Reliable, organized, and attentive to details.
• Ability to function as part of a team and to request and accept direction as required.
• Knowledge of welding equipment, construction materials, and fabrication techniques.
• Safety focused.
• Positive attitude towards learning, motivating, working on a team, and engaging with customers, if required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear communicator both written and verbally.

Education /Professional Training Requirements:

• Must have valid driver's license and a 3 year driver's abstract, evidencing a clean driving record and a non-graduated driver's license.
• Valid forklift operator certificate
• Personable and professional, excellent customer service skills.
• Fast-learner and team player with an aptitude for continuous improvements

Working Conditions:

• Warehouse and office environment. Safety precautions are highly important.
• Steel toed footwear is required.
• Eye protection is provided.

Why join the Kristian Electric team:

We are excited to grow - hopefully you can grow with us!

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages
• Company pension plan
• Friendly work environment

Kristian Electric Ltd. is located at 4215 64th Ave SE, Calgary, AB.

Hours of operation are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

Some overtime may be required