Yard Worker

Russel Metals; Cambridge; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Yard Worker to support plant operations and process orders to customer specifications. This role involves working outdoors in various weather conditions and requires a commitment to safety, including passing a medical assessment. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive hourly rate with opportunities for growth and development within the company. Join a diverse workforce that values equity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for detail, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Benefits program

Pension plan

Development and Growth Opportunities

Incentive and recognition programs

Qualifications

• Proficiency in English is essential for reading and writing tasks.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Comply with workplace policies and complete pre-inspection equipment reports.
• Accurately pick materials for shipment and ensure safe loading/unloading.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Band saw

Job description

Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution companies in North America, with a growing focus on value-added processing. It carries on business in three segments: metals service centers, energy field stores, and steel distributors. Its network of metals service centers carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes, and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum, and other non-ferrous specialty metals. Its energy field stores carry a specialized product line focused on the needs of energy industry customers. Its steel distributors operations act as master distributors selling steel in large volumes to other steel service centers and large equipment manufacturers mainly on an 'as is' basis.

Reasons to Join Our Team!

• Competitive base salary
• Benefits program
• Pension plan
• Development and Growth Opportunities
• Various incentive and recognition programs.

Job Summary:

The Yard Worker will assist and support plant personnel to efficiently process orders to customer specifications. This is a DAY/AFTERNOON rotating position that will work 7:00 am - 3:00 pm and 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm (+.75 shift premium).

The Yard Worker works outdoors so working in the elements is a requirement.

Due to our safety sensitive work environment, employment is conditional upon successfully passing a medical assessment including drug testing.

Job Responsibilities:

• Comply with workplace policies and procedures (operational and health and safety)
• Complete pre-inspection equipment reports before each shift
• Accurately pick material for shipment to customer
• Ensure safe procedures are followed while loading and unloading material on or off trucks
• Perform all housekeeping responsibilities

Job Requirements:

• Proficiency in the English language (reading, writing)
• Able to work as a team and independently
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail.
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferable:

• Relevant experience with the ability to operate forklift, overhead crane, and band saw as required

Hourly Rate: $26.84 (Start - 60 days), $27.84 (60 days - 120 days), $28.84 (FULL RATE)

We are an organization that is committed to the principles of Employment Equity which includes maintaining a fair, equitable, and diverse workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.