Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

KMS Tools & Equipment Ltd. is an industrial distributor of tools and equipment with 14 locations, an outside sales team covering many major parts of BC and Alberta. We are proudly Canadian owned and operated and are looking for highly motivated individuals that are passionate about working in the tool industry.

We are currently seeking candidates for a full-time Warehouse Associate positions for our Kelowna location!

Here's What We Offer:

• Extended medical and dental
• RRSP program for full time employees
• Employee pricing on everything we sell!
• Great work/life balance - we are always closed evenings, Sundays and statutory holidays.

​​​​​​​If you feel that you could be a fit, are a team player and am looking for an opportunity to join an exciting, growing company in a fast paced industry, please send us a copy of your resume and cover letter.

Qualifications:

• Has a positive, friendly attitude and likes helping people
• Thrives in an engaged, fun workplace
• Has exceptional communication and people skills
• Wants to excel
• Has a strong ability to prioritize, plan, and multitask
• Great with numbers and details, and has an exceptional level of organization
• Is able to work independently or as part of a team, and requires minimal supervision
• Has a strong sense of responsibility and is highly motivated to improve processes and procedures
• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Has exceptional computer skills including email, web applications, and other software
• Is motivated towards continuous learning and personal development
• Previous cashier experience isn’t required, but is an asset

Job Responsibilities:

• Communicate professionally and accurately with both customers and staff
• Learn and become proficient with our operating systems – and other various tools
• Adhere to all policies and procedures
• Maintain an exceptionally clean, safe, organized work space
• Accurately pick, receive and ship orders
• Unload containers and other shipments
• Build and wrap pallets for redistribution
• Operate warehouse equipment
• Wear steel toed CSA certified footwear
• Assist with any other areas of the store as necessary including, but not limited to; maintenance of inventory accuracy, sales, working special events, etc.
• Work hard to “get it done” and have fun doing so!

No experience? No problem! We also hire keen candidates with the right attitude, an entrepreneurial spirit and a willingness to learn.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kelowna, BC V1X6S2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• This is a full-time position. This position's schedule will be 40 hours over 5 days per week, one of which is Saturday. Are you able to work on Saturday?

Experience:

• Warehouse: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person