Assistant Building Jobs in Kamloops, BC (NOW HIRING)

Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company that serves the commercial and residential construction markets across North America. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, FBM provides a wide range of construction products and services to contractors and builders.  Based in California, FBM has more than 7,000+ Employees and 400+ Locations across the United States and Canada.  FBM's Core Values of Safety First, Customer Driven, Valuing Our People, Integrity and the Pursuit of Excellence form the foundation for an excellent Customer experience that is recognized across the industry.

Position Overview

At Foundation Building Materials (FBM), our Drivers are essential—delivering materials safely, efficiently, and with pride. Enjoy local routes, daily home time, competitive pay, and a supportive culture built on safety and respect.

Key Responsibilities

1. Vehicle Operation/Delivery

• Safely operate company vehicles (up to 26’ trucks), including flatbeds, moffetts, cube vans, and boom trucks, in compliance with company and Transport Canada regulations
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety and roadworthiness
• Deliver building materials to job sites on time, unload and verify deliveries, and provide courteous, professional customer service
• Inspect and secure truck loads before departure and ensure materials are properly staged per customer instructions
• Possess basic knowledge of building materials, forklift operation, and delivery equipment
• Operate forklift and other company vehicles and equipment as trained and instructed 

1. Safety

• Adheres to all driving regulations based on state and/or jurisdiction policies such as wearing a seatbelt

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment
• Promote a safe and compliant work environment that adheres to the established safety guidelines of the Company and Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), in addition to any state or local legislative regulations
• Use proper lifting techniques
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment safety shoes and clothing

1. Communication

• Communicate operational challenges and improvement ideas to the manager
• Collaborate with team members and assist in other areas as needed to support operational goals

• Must attend and participate in all required meetings in relation to material delivery and overall company

1. Trainings

• Attend and participate in all required company training programs

1. Physical Job Requirements  

• Frequent use of hands and arms for equipment operation, grasping and manipulation
• Frequent driving or sitting in a truck, forklift or other similar equipment for multiple hours a day
• Frequent pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying building materials weighing approximately 100 pounds, using proper lifting procedures; and occasionally pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying greater weights.  Pushing and pulling carts loaded carts over various distances and surfaces.  Some functions may be performed as a team

• Additional physical requirements may be needed as duties are assigned

1. Miscellaneous

• Support our values in the stand areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Possess valid lass (Enter Appropriate license class here) License
• Minimum 1-year consistent commercial driving experience
• Works well in a team environment
• Display leadership and may be requested to direct and supervise within their department

Reports To

Branch Manager

Compensation

The listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position. The actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and cost of living in the assigned market. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.

• Base: $ 25.00-30.00 per hour
• Job Type: Full-Time 

Benefits

At FBM, we’re committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work.  Our excellent package includes:

• Extended Health Care
• Dental
• Vision
• RRSP match program to support your long-term financial future
• A career path designed with you in mind

Foundation Building Materials is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace across Canada.

We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and newcomers to Canada.

In accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation, we are committed to providing accommodation throughout the hiring process and employment lifecycle. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact talent@myfbm.com.