Job Title: Outdoor Counterbalance Forklift Operator

Location: Milton, ON

Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm or 3:30pm - 12:00am

Salary: $22.00 - $24.00 / hour (based on experience) + full benefits from day-1 of hire

Job Type: Permanent Hire

Our client in Milton is hiring experienced forklift operators for their lumber and building supply yard in Milton. We are looking for candidates with high attention to detail and safety! You must be comfortable lifting up to 50lbs and working outdoors in all weather conditions. Candidates must have their own vehicle to commute to the worksite.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pick and pack orders, stage shipments.
• Operate 10,000lb capacity counterbalance forklifts indoors and outdoors.
• Load/unload materials from flatbeds, trucks, and trailers.
• Conduct daily inspections of forklifts and report back to supervisors.
• Use straps, fork extenders, and clamp attachments.
• Complete general labour tasks and lift 50lbs often.
• Use an RF Scanner, pick sheet, and radio throughout the shift.
• Perform other tasks as assigned around the warehouse/lumberyard.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Valid Counterbalance forklift license (in-house or 3rd party).
• Long term (3-5 years) experience in a forklift operator role required, with preference given to candidates with experience working outdoors.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50lbs throughout a shift.
• Safety and detail-oriented with a positive attitude.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to maneuver large products in a safe manner.

Benefits:

• Full benefits from Day-1 (health, dental, life).
• Paid vacation time off.
• Company gym and personal training available on-site.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Employee appreciation and wellness events.

Please apply online today! We are interviewing qualified candidates immediately.