Warehouse Worker (Canada Summer Jobs)

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Edmonton, AB

1d•CA$17 - CA$26•Onsite

About The Position

This position is an opportunity provided through Canada Summer Jobs. Its purpose is to support the warehouse work of the Edmonton CRC through organizing donations and maintaining cleanliness.

Requirements

Be aged between 15 and 30 years on the start date of the job.
Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN).
Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada. International students and other temporary residents of Canada are not eligible.
You can only work one full-time job funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program at a time.
Develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
Effective communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
Self-directed with strong organizational skills and the ability to complete assignments and meet deadlines.
Demonstrate flexibility and strong work ethic with a willingness to learn.
Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement.
Demonstrate ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.
The ability to lift up to 30 pounds, or up to 50 pounds with assistance.
Willing to wear Salvation Army logo and branded wear.
Must comply with all Salvation Army policies, procedures, and associated legislation.
Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and safety policies and procedures.
Participate in mandatory orientation training including on-line abuse prevention certification, Food Safety, W.H.I.M.S., and other onboarding material as required.
Provide an original copy of a Background Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion. The screening is secured either through the National Canadian Policy Information Centre (CPIC) or through a local police detachment.
May require screening through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry.

Nice To Haves

A valid class 5 driver's license is not required, but considered an asset

Responsibilities

Assists the driver(s) in the loading and unloading of materials in the shipping/receiving areas of the CRC.
Processes materials by scanning into inventory software system, packing, and storing in a safe and organized manner, while protecting the integrity of all donations received.
Ensures all food items are stored correctly to avoid any potential contamination of such materials.
Ensures perishable food items are stored in the cooler or freezer, as appropriate.
Operates warehouse equipment such as pallet jack, maintenance tools, etc. in a safe manner.
Complies with all safety procedures as required and directed including, but not limited to, wearing of safety shoes/boots, glasses, gloves, clothing (if/as required), etc.
Cleans, organizes, and keeps free from hazard all areas of the CRC as required and directed.
Communicates all concerns for safety of persons/property promptly.
Performs other related responsibilities as may be assigned by the Operations Manager, or other team members as instructed.
Performs other position related duties as assigned.