Forklift Operator

Dick’s Lumber inPort Kells, BC is looking for an organized, detail oriented, team player with a positive attitude to join our team as a Load Builder.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Accurately assemble orders for pick up and transport.
• Safely operate a forklift to build orders, load delivery trucks, receive inbound inventory and other tasks as needed.
• Assist customers as required.
• Verify receiving using “Pre-receiving paperwork” and “Packing Slips”. Tagg products and place in the appropriate homes.
• Document and process return ensuring merchandise is in sellable condition.
• Ensure required inventory adjustments are reported.
• Complete the forklift inspection form and perform daily maintenance.
• Ensure all lifts are piled evenly with no leans and compliant with safety standards.
• Work with team members to ensure stock is properly rotated.
• Maintain a clean and orderly yard and warehouse as directed. Following clean as you go principles.
• Perform other job-related duties as required including but not limited to snow plowing, container moving, yard maintenance and any other specialized moves that would require heavy equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience operator a forklift
• Manual dexterity to operate the forklift and the ability to lift over 25 kgs.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written) with excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic functional math skills with the ability to add, subtract, multiply or divide without the function of a calculator.
• Experience and knowledge in this or a related industry is an asset.
• Good knowledge of safe working procedures.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Professional, courteous and punctual with a focus on customer service.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to dust, dirt and extreme changes in temperature and weather.
• Moderate exposure to personal risk; safety boots are required.