Yard Worker

Position Title: YARD WORKER

Job Type: FULL TIME

Location: CALGARY | EASTLAKE

Compensation: STARTING AT $18.00/ hr

WINDSOR PLYWOOD

With 5 Stores between Airdrie and Calgary, Windsor Plywood has strong market presence in the area. We specialize in hard-to-source interior and exterior home finishing products including flooring, doors, mouldings and especially wood products. Our goal is simple – focus on our customer’s needs and provide outstanding customer service. We are a local independently owned and operated building supply company in a brand-new location. We carry high quality, responsibly sourced products and are committed to providing outstanding value and personalized, one-on-one service to all our customers. We are proud to have been in business 50 years with stores across Canada and in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This position is critical to the successful operation of the Windsor Plywood Store. It is responsible for products & materials entering, stored & leaving the Yard and the Store. This includes responsibility for sorting, picking, replenishment, yard cleaning, transfers, and inventory control. It is expected the role assists with deliveries to customers in our local market. The Yard Worker is driven to produce high-paced quality results that create positive first impressions for customers upon entering the yard.

THE BENEFITS

• Gain experience working with a Building Supply Company in business for 50+ years
• Competitive Pay | Employee Benefit Program
• Dental, Pharmaceutical, Travel Insurance, Life | LTD insurance
• Paid Vacation Time
• Yard Team generally not required to work Evenings, Sundays & Statutory Holidays
• Consistent, safe and healthy work environment
• Paid Forklift Certification & First Aid Training available
• Employee Mental Health & Well-Being Program
• PERKS: Employee deep-discounted pricing

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure every customer experience exceeds the customer’s expectations – go the extra-mile”
• Shipping & Receiving | Ensuring all inventory leaving/entering Yard has appropriate paper-work
• Order picking, pulling, palletizing, and staging
• Loading & unloading of Transport Trucks, and Customer vehicles
• Assist with loading and unloading delivery vehicles scheduled for jobsite deliveries
• Assisting Contractors and other customers with locating products in the Store
• Operate Forklift & Deliver Vehicle in a diligent, professional & safe manner
• Assist with maintenance of equipment, buildings and landscaping onsite
• Actively monitor material organization, stocking levels, & accuracy in Yard
• Diligently follow Check-lists, policies, processes & procedures
• Maintain a safe & positive work-environment

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Grade 12 Education | Prior Yard experience is an asset
• Applicants with prior Building Material Supply experience will be given preference. However, applicants will professional skills from other industries will be strongly considered and provided industry training from Windsor Plywood.
• Strong work ethic and self-motivated/self-directed, with an ability to work independently using sound judgment, logical reasoning skills, and intuition
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Prioritize tasks and manage time effectively, always mindful of the customer
• Flexible, honest, acting in all situations with professionalism and integrity
• Able to deal with changes, delays, or unexpected events in a professional & timely manner
• Permanent resident of Canada and an active BC Drivers License

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Regularly Lifting up to 66lbs(bag of cement) including the following types:
• Operating Forklift – Sit-Down Counter Balance 5000lb Capacity
• Pushing & Pulling (350lb pallet) including the following types:
• Positional Tasks
• Climbing

Exposure to dust, dirt and adverse weather conditions – including rain, snow, wind, sun

Visual ability to use Computer screens & read small-labels

Auditory ability to use telephone hand-set & portable radios

We thank all applicants for their interest in this role. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Windsor Plywood is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. #windsorplywoodishiring

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Store discount
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Shipping & receiving: 1 year (preferred)
• Order picking: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Forklift Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person