Summer Forklift Operator - Order Builder

Slegg Building Materials; Langford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Slegg Building Materials is seeking a Forklift Operator - Order Builder for a temporary summer position. This role involves preparing customer orders, maintaining lift trucks, and ensuring shipping accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Join a dedicated team focused on both customer satisfaction and employee growth.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid forklift certification.
• Two years of experience in a similar role.
• Effective communication and basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of lift trucks and complete required forms.
• Build orders to required specifications for delivery.
• Load and unload building materials efficiently.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Knowledge of basic mathematics

Basic hand tool skills

Education

Valid forklift certification (propane)

Minimum of two years' experience

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 7:00 AM

Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide.

As part of the GMS family of companies since 2018, Slegg Building Materials has worked to become your first stop for all your building needs. Slegg has been on the job site or helping out around the house since 1947 and is Vancouver Island’s choice for building materials and home improvement products. With multiple locations across Vancouver Island, we are proud of our roots, and we know the hard work and dedication that goes into every one of our customers’ projects. Our team is made up of dedicated and hardworking individuals who together create a rewarding and welcoming work environment.

We are currently looking for a highly motivated and customer-focused individual for the position of Forklift Operator - Order Builder. The Forklift Operator - Order Builder prepares customer orders for delivery. This is a temporary summer position until August 31, 2025. The shifts are between Monday - Saturday and the wage range is $20 - $27 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of lift trucks and complete required forms.
• Ensurelift truck maintenance and servicing requirements are met.
• Build orders to required specifications for delivery.
• Load and unload building materials in a safe and efficient manner.
• Check load contents for accuracy and secure materials.
• Ensure that all products are shipped on schedule and according to specific instructions by management to meet customer demands.
• Maintain contact with supervisors and work to resolve issues as they arise.
• Act as an ambassador of the company with all employees and customers.
• Follow all regulations, company policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Basic Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification (propane).
• Minimum of two years' experience.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Basic hand tool skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
• Sitting and driving for longs periods of time.
• Frequently climbing up and down stairs.
• Pulling, pushing, bending and torso twisting movementswith weight.

If you feel we are a good fit for your career goals and skillset, we invite you to apply and look forward to reviewing your application. As part of the GMS Inc. family of companies, you can launch your career with a North American building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.