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Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

This role is n a warehouse, where you will handle a variety of material handling tasks including picking, packing, put-aways, shipping, receiving, and inventory control. You will operate Raymond reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, and cherry pickers to move and organize products, some of which can weigh up to 80 pounds, while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily picking and packing of products according to work orders and shipping requirements.
• Complete put-aways by safely transporting products to designated storage locations using Raymond reach, sit-down forklift, and cherry picker equipment.
• Handle shipping and receiving duties, including loading and unloading trucks, verifying quantities, and checking product condition.
• Support inventory control activities by accurately counting, labeling, and recording stock levels.
• Operate Raymond reach forklifts, sit-down forklifts, and cherry pickers in a safe and efficient manner, following all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Lift, move, and stack products that can weigh up to approximately 80 pounds, using proper lifting techniques and safety practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area within the warehouse.
• Work collaboratively with a small team to meet daily productivity and accuracy targets.
• Follow all warehouse policies, safety regulations, and equipment operating procedures.
• Report any equipment issues, safety concerns, or inventory discrepancies to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner.

Essential Skills

• At least 1+ years of experience operating Raymond reach forklifts.
• At least 1+ years of experience operating cherry picker equipment.
• At least 1+ years of experience operating sit-down forklifts.
• Valid AB forklift certification.
• Proven heavy lifting experience, comfortably lifting up to approximately 60 pounds and handling products up to 80 pounds.
• Strong material handling skills, including loading, unloading, and general labor in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to perform accurate picking and packing while maintaining attention to detail.
• Capability to work safely with warehouse equipment and follow established safety procedures.
• Reliable work ethic with the ability to work Monday to Friday on a consistent schedule.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating cherry picker equipment beyond the minimum requirement is considered an asset.
• Fall arrest certification is a strong asset.
• Previous experience in a flooring, tile, or similar warehouse environment is beneficial.
• Comfort working in a small, close-knit team setting.
• Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with warehouse, sales, and office staff.

Why Work Here?

You will join a small, supportive team with genuine opportunities for growth as the warehouse and overall operation continue to expand. Temporary staff are treated as part of the core team, fostering a respectful and inclusive culture. Upon becoming permanent, you can access competitive hourly rates along with health and dental benefits. The workplace emphasizes strong company culture, camaraderie, and a positive, understanding leadership style, creating an environment where people enjoy coming to work and feel valued.

Work Environment

The role is based in a warehouse with a team of about four people in the warehouse and approximately 30–40 people on site including sales and office staff. You will work on the 1st shift, Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The environment involves regular use of Raymond reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, and cherry pickers, as well as manual material handling and heavy lifting. The culture is growing and collaborative, with close interaction between warehouse and office staff. Dress code is typical for a warehouse setting, focusing on safety and practicality, including appropriate footwear and attire suitable for material handling work.

This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.

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Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.