Forklift Operator

Arrow Transportation Systems Inc. • Calgary, AB

7h • CA$24 - CA$26 • Onsite

About The Position

In business since 1919 and still growing! Arrow is a diversified transportation, logistics, and materials handling company with operations throughout Canada and the U.S. We are looking for a Forklift Operator to join our reload team in Calgary, AB. Arrow is a leader in Reload Operations, partnering with Class 1 railways in Canada to inventory and transfer product between truck, rail and container shipping to for delivery to satisfied customers. We are looking for a Forklift Operator to safely and efficiently transfer various commodities to truck, rail or container for furtherance.

Requirements

• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions (snow, rain, sub-freezing temps, heat, wind
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull at least 50 lbs regularly
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• Exceptionally high level of hand-eye coordination
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience operating high capacity forklifts (25,000 lbs) is an asset
• Previous experience loading and unloading commodities from trucks or railcars is an asset

Responsibilities

• Operate 25,000lb capacity forklifts to handle various commodities
• Loading and unloading product from trucks, railcars or containers
• Support inventory control (inbound/outbound/on ground) and accurately document
• Ability to prepare load plans for railcar, truck and/or container
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment
• Inspect and verify product condition to ensure cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures
• Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew
• Complete time sheets
• Complying with all rules and regulations, protocols and established metrics
• Follow all workplace safety policies and compliance regulations, participate in identifying hazards
• Ability to understand cross training on all functions at facility
• Accurately weigh and document materials
• Provide production data on tags or labels
• Provide internal and external Customer Service excellence
• May be asked to travel to other transload terminals to assist if necessary
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager

Benefits

• Extended Medical Benefits including dental, pharmaceutical and more 100% paid by Arrow
• Opportunity to join RRSP matching program
• Access to post-secondary scholarship opportunities for Full Time employee's spouses, children, grandchildren (eligibility requirements apply)
• Growth potential and career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed