Warehouse Forklift Worker – Day Shift

Randstad Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer-Paid Benefits

RRSP Matching

Paid Vacation

Gear Provided

Free On-Site Parking

Job summary

Randstad Canada in Calgary, AB is seeking a full-time forklift operator for the day shift (9:00 AM–5:30 PM, Monday–Friday). Position includes order picking, RF guns, and warehouse duties in a cold storage environment.

You will operate Crown Reach Trucks and sit-down forklifts with 3+ years of experience, maintain safety standards, and contribute to shipping/receiving. Excellent benefits and on-site parking provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years operating Crown Reach Truck and sit-down forklifts.
• Forklift certification preferred (expired or in-house accepted—re-certification possible).
• Able to work in a cold storage environment (1°C to -23°C).
• Must provide CSA-approved safety boots and warm under-layers.

Responsibilities

• Order picking & assembly using RF guns and paper pick sheets.
• Operate Crown Reach Trucks, sit-down forklifts, and ride-on pallet jacks safely.
• Shipping & receiving: offload inbound, count freight, inspect packaging, and load outbound trailers.
• Cold storage maintenance: monitor temperatures and ensure HACCP/compliance.
• Inventory control: support counts and proper product placement.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

RF gun knowledge

Safety awareness

Tools

Sit-down forklift certification

Reach truck certification

Ride-on pallet jack certification

RF gun

Class 5 Driver's License

Job description

Location: Calgary, AB (SE Calgary – Must have reliable transport for this shift)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shift: Day shift 9:00AM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday)
Hourly Rate: $21.00 – $23.00/hr
Schedule: 40 hours per week

You are the right fit if you have the following:

• Strong interpersonal and social skills
• Sit down forklift certification 3+ years
• Reach truck certification 3+ years
• Ride on pallet jack certification 3+ years
• RF gun knowledge
• Comfortable in cold storage warehouse environment

Advantages

Why Join Our Team?
We are a premier distribution and logistics leader specializing in refrigerated and frozen food products. We offer a stable, full-time opportunity with continuous year-round work, excellent employer-paid benefits, and strong potential for long-term career advancement into leadership roles ("Lead Hand / Supervisor pathways").

Competitive Benefits & Perks:

• 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Comprehensive Extended Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) after 3 months.
• RRSP Matching: Company match up to 2% of gross earnings.
• Paid Vacation: 2 weeks accrued/pro-rated in your first year
• Gear Provided: Freezer suit/jacket, bib/pants, balaclava, gloves, and lockers provided on-site.
• Free On-Site Parking.

Responsibilities

• Order Picking & Assembly: Assemble outbound food product orders accurately using RF Guns and paper pick sheets.
• Forklift Operations: Safely operate Crown Reach Trucks (high double-deep racks), Sit-Down Counterbalance forklifts, and Power Pallet Jacks (Ride-on).
• Shipping & Receiving: Offload inbound shipments, count freight, inspect product/packaging integrity, and load outbound trailers.
• Cold Storage Maintenance: Monitor product and reefer temperatures, ensuring adherence to strict food safety (HACCP / CFIA) and cleanliness standards.
• Inventory Control: Assist with inventory checks, cycle counts, and proper product placement.

Qualifications

• Forklift Experience: Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience operating a Crown Reach Truck (high double-deep experience preferred) and Sit-Down Counterbalance / Power Pallet Jack.
• Certification: Valid forklift certification preferred (expired or in-house certifications accepted—we will re-certify you!).
• Environment: Comfortable working in a cold/refrigerated freezer environment (ranging from 1°C to -23°C / 34°F to -10°F).
• Physical Requirements: Ability to comfortably lift up to 50 lbs periodically for hand-piling.
• Technology: Prior experience operating RF scanners/guns.
• Transportation: Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle for this shift.
• Equipment Required: Must provide your own CSA-approved Steel-Toe safety boots and warm under-layers/beanie.

Summary

Shift Details:
Permanent Day Shift: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [e-mail] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.