Warehouse Technician

Northview Residential REIT; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused residential company is seeking a Warehouse Technician in Iqaluit, NU. You will ensure safety, manage inventory, and assist maintenance staff. Ideal candidates have strong computer and mechanical skills and can lift up to 50 lbs. The position offers competitive pay and extensive benefits including health care and wellness programs.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Extended health care

Vacation Travel Assistance

Qualifications

• Adequate computer skills for inventory management.
• Experience with inventory control systems and practices.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying weather conditions.
• Basic mechanical skills for maintaining tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and compliance with health and safety requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse.
• Track and catalog inventory of all supplies.
• Coordinate logistical activities for material purchases.

Skills

Inventory management

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical skills

Tools

Forklifts

Zoom booms

Telehandlers

Job description

Overview

At Northview, we are a passionate, community-focused team dedicated to making our properties the best they can be. We are proud to live, work, and play in the neighborhoods we serve, next to our residents, hotel guests, and commercial tenants across Canada.

We are looking for a Warehouse Technicianto join our Residential team in Iqaluit, NU. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will be critical to our delivery of world-class customer service that depicts pride of ownership and respect for our residents.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring safety, complying with Northview's Health and Safety requirements
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of the warehouse, workshop, and yard, ensuring they are free from tripping hazards and clutter
• Track and catalog inventory quantities of all supplies/materials in warehouse, shop, and yard (seacans)
• Monitor inventory levels and replenish materials and supplies, ensuring stock levels are adequate for current and future demand
• Obtain quotes and create purchase orders for necessary materials for local purchasing, air freight purchasing, sealift purchasing activities
• Coordinate logistical activities for material purchases to ensure timely receiving at the warehouse, workshop, yard, or property
• Receive materials (can include loading and unloading heavy appliances, materials, and cargo) and ensure proper storage and entering items into inventory
• Assist maintenance technicians with loading/unloading materials and appliances into vehicles
• Conduct regular upkeep and maintenance of tools, ensuring they are in good working condition
• Regularly clean out dust collection containers and dispose of sawdust and other waste materials
• Maintain and manage garbage bins, ensuring timely disposal
• Groundskeeping responsibilities, including shoveling entrances and walkways in winter, applying sand for traction, and general maintenance of the lot in all season
• Other warehouse duties as required

Qualifications

• Adequate computer skills for inventory management and quoting systems
• Familiarity with inventory control systems and warehouse management practices
• Able to provide a criminal record check that is free of relevant convictions
• If using a company vehicle, provide annual driver's abstract and proof of a valid driver's license
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs, and work in varying weather conditions
• Experience with and ability to drive forklifts, zoom booms, or telehandlers (specific certification/licensing preferred)
• Basic mechanical skills for handling and maintaining workshop tools and equipment
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with maintenance staff when required

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Extended health care including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, drug coverage, and wellness programs
• Discounts on rent at Northview properties
• Vacation Travel Assistance for Northern employees

If your background matches the qualifications listed above and you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the communities we serve, please submit your resume in confidence. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue to the next stage of the selection process will be contacted. Northview welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.