Forklift operator -Richmond
- Surrey, BC, Canada
$21 to $22 CAD / hour · Contract
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Job details
- Pay
- $21 to $22 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Contract
- Apply by
- Experience
- Minimum 1-2 years Forklift experience
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Are you a skilled Forklift Operator seeking full time work in Richmond? Apply now!
The ideal candidate will have their reliable transportation as this location is not bus route accessible.
Tasks include;
-Operating sit down forklift in a fast paced environment with tight corners
-Lifting 50-75lbs as required (25% of the day is lifting, 75% operating forklift)
-Working independently and in a team
-Loading and unloading materials on the dock
Advantages
- Shift multiple days and afternoons
-Well known Logistics Company
-Clean, safe work environment
-$21-22/hour
-Paid weekly via direct deposit
-Access to benefits at a reduced cost through Sun Life
-4% vacation pay paid weekly
Responsibilities
-Operating sit-down forklift in a fast-paced environment with tight corners
-Lifting 50-75lbs as required (25% of the day is lifting, 75% operating forklift)
-Working independently and in a team
-Loading and unloading materials on the dock
- Move and handle large and cumbersome freight in a dock environment
- Ensure compliance with TDG, WHMIS, company policies and/or procedures, and customer-specific requirements
- Organize and direct inbound and outbound freight to city and linehaul trailers
Qualifications
-Minimum 1-2 years Forklift experience
-Must complete online safety training that includes Transportation of Dangerous Goods
-Steel toed safety shoes and reflective vest required
-2 supervisory references
-Must have reliable transportation - not bus route accessible
Summary
Ways to apply;
- Apply directly to this post
- Email your resume to jaswidner.kaur@randstad.ca Include the title of this job ad in the subject line
- Create a profile and apply through our website, www.randstad.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position and only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Thanks!
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 accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
The ideal candidate will have their reliable transportation as this location is not bus route accessible.
Tasks include;
-Operating sit down forklift in a fast paced environment with tight corners
-Lifting 50-75lbs as required (25% of the day is lifting, 75% operating forklift)
-Working independently and in a team
-Loading and unloading materials on the dock
Advantages
- Shift multiple days and afternoons
-Well known Logistics Company
-Clean, safe work environment
-$21-22/hour
-Paid weekly via direct deposit
-Access to benefits at a reduced cost through Sun Life
-4% vacation pay paid weekly
Responsibilities
-Operating sit-down forklift in a fast-paced environment with tight corners
-Lifting 50-75lbs as required (25% of the day is lifting, 75% operating forklift)
-Working independently and in a team
-Loading and unloading materials on the dock
- Move and handle large and cumbersome freight in a dock environment
- Ensure compliance with TDG, WHMIS, company policies and/or procedures, and customer-specific requirements
- Organize and direct inbound and outbound freight to city and linehaul trailers
Qualifications
-Minimum 1-2 years Forklift experience
-Must complete online safety training that includes Transportation of Dangerous Goods
-Steel toed safety shoes and reflective vest required
-2 supervisory references
-Must have reliable transportation - not bus route accessible
Summary
Ways to apply;
- Apply directly to this post
- Email your resume to jaswidner.kaur@randstad.ca Include the title of this job ad in the subject line
- Create a profile and apply through our website, www.randstad.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position and only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Thanks!
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 accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The forklift operator at Randstad Canada will drive a sit-down forklift through tight spaces, load and unload freight on the dock, and move heavy cargo. The role also involves organizing inbound and outbound freight and following dangerous goods and safety rules.
Requirements
Candidates need at least 1-2 years of forklift experience, online safety training including Transportation of Dangerous Goods, steel-toed boots, a reflective vest, two supervisory references, and their own reliable transportation.
Skills
- Sit-down forklift operation
- Forklift operation in tight spaces
- Freight loading and unloading
- Dock operations
- Material handling
- Heavy lifting
- Inbound and outbound freight organization
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)
- WHMIS
- Workplace safety compliance
- Teamwork
- Independent work
Benefits
- Reduced-cost benefits access through Sun Life
- Weekly direct deposit pay
- 4% vacation pay paid weekly
Categories
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- forklift operator
- sit-down forklift
- industrial truck operator
- material handling
- dock worker
- warehouse
- logistics
- freight loading
- TDG
- WHMIS
- shipping and receiving
- Richmond
- contract
- Randstad
Seniority
Entry level
Perks
- Generous paid time off
Licences and certifications
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)
- WHMIS
Tools
- sit-down forklift
Languages
- English