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Arrow is a leader in Reload Operations, partnering with Class 1 railways across Canada and the US to inventory and transfer product between truck, rail and container shipping to for delivery to satisfied customers.
We are looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to join us at our Vancouver Reload Divsion in Surrey, BC!
Great people work here!
For more information please visit Arrow CareersWe Offer:
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.
Arrow is a leader in Reload Operations, partnering with Class 1 railways across Canada and the US to inventory and transfer product between truck, rail and container shipping to for delivery to satisfied customers.
We are looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to join us at our Vancouver Reload Divsion in Surrey, BC!
Great people work here!
For more information please visit Arrow Careers
- Competitive pay: $27-$30 per hour based on experience
- Extended Medical Benefits including dental, pharmaceutical, and more!
- Opportunity to join RRSP matching program
- Year-round work
- On-site training
- Growth potential and career advancement opportunities
- Shift: Monday-Friday; daytime and afternoon shifts
- Hours: 8hrs per day
- overtime available
As advocates of equal opportunity, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We firmly believe that diversity fosters innovation and contributes to the success of Arrow.
Responsibilities:Lumber, steel, pipe, and containers arrive at the facility by truck or rail. We are looking for a Forklift Operator to safely and efficiently transfer these commodities to truck, rail or container for furtherance. Responsibilities include:
- Operate high capacity forklifts (from 9,000lbs up to 36,000lbs).
- Loading and unloading lumber, steel and engineered wood products 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.
- Minimum 2 years of experience operating high capacity forklifts
- Previous experience loading and unloading commodities from trucks or railcars is an asset
- Ability to climb ladders and lift up to 50lbs
- Preference will be given to those with lumber handling experience
- A positive attitude
- A strong safety mindset
- Solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
- Embody Arrow's values: Safety, Integrity, Responsibility, Quality, Teamwork and Fun!
