Forklift Operator - Order Builder

Summary

Slegg Building Materials is seeking a Full-Time Forklift Operator - Order Builder to join our team. The shifts are Tuesday - Saturday 8:45am - 5:15pm. The wage range is $22 - $27 per hour (Tier 1; $22 - $24.50, Tier 2; $22.50 - $25).

Responsibilities

• Act as an ambassador of the company with all employees and customers.
• Maintain an emphasis on safety culture, customer service, and efficiency as top priorities.
• Perform daily inspections of lift trucks and complete required forms.
• Ensure lift truck maintenance and servicing requirements are met.
• Build orders to required specifications for delivery.
• Clean yard.
• Load and unload building materials in a safe and efficient manner.
• Check load contents for accuracy and secure materials.
• Ensure that all products are shipped on schedule and according to specific instructions by management to meet customer demands.
• Maintain contact with supervisor(s) and work to resolve issues as they arise.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Valid forklift certification (propane)
• Forklift experience is essential
• Effective communication skills and ability to read and speak English
• Knowledge of basic mathematics
• Basic hand tool skills
• Physical requirements include:
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs
• Sitting and driving for long periods of time
• Frequently climbing up and down stairs
• Pulling, pushing, bending and torso twisting movements with weight
• A positive can-do attitude is essential!

Benefits

• Health benefits - including drug coverage, practitioner, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings (pension or other) are provided.
• Perks - Company discounts (mobile phone, etc.), training programs and opportunities for career advancement, group events, and more.

The Location - Langford, 1210 Chidlow Connector Rd.

Our Langford Store is conveniently located on a major transit route just off of Sooke Road past the Luxton Fairgrounds. Langford’s growing population makes this city an ideal location for our flagship store, employing over 100 staff with endless opportunities to learn and grow. We proudly offer the largest selection of building materials on Vancouver Island.

We are an equal opportunity employer.