Yard Worker

AlumaSafway has been used by over 50,000 customers – ranging from Fortune 500 companies to local subcontractors. With one of the largest in-house engineering departments in the industry, specialized scaffold options can be designed to meet any challenge. AlumaSafway is a recognized leader, providing scaffolding and access solutions along with specialty services for projects of any size and scope across North America. At any given moment, through our network of approximately 110 branch locations in the U.S. and Canada, AlumaSafway is involved in thousands of exciting projects, from industrial and infrastructure applications to commercial construction.

AlumaSafway is currently seeking full-time Yard Workers for our Saguenay, Quebec yard.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare, ship and receive materials;
• Ensure pallets and loads are built correctly;
• Load and unload trucks;
• Unpackage, count and repackage to return to stock customer returns;
• Sort, tag and distribute incoming shipments;
• Report quality variances;
• Support inventory control with accurate documentation;
• Confirm inventory transactions are complete;
• Operate lifting devices (i.e. forklifts, hoists, elevating platforms, lift beams and swivel hooks);
• Perform routine inspections on forklifts;
• Maintain an organized work area according to policies, procedures and safety regulations;
• Participate in clean-up of yard and facility;
• Ensure all paperwork is completed to standard;
• Perform all other duties as assigned;

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a warehouse/shipping/yard environment;
• Previous forklift experience required, valid forklift certification preferred;
• High school diploma;
• Must possess a valid driver's license;
• Must be detail oriented and able to maintain high standards of accuracy;
• Knowledge of safe lifting and handling procedures;
• Ability to walk and/or stand for long periods of time;
• Ability to carry and move equipment and/or supplies in excess of 50 pounds;
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety Act;
• Ability to work independently;
• Ability to determine the correct tools and equipment needed to complete a task;
• Able to effectively communicate, follow and understand verbal and written directions

AlumaSafway is on a journey to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We know that the best access and industrial service solutions are powered by diverse ideas and more perspectives mean more possibilities and improved solutions. We want every team member to feel included, valued and safe to share their ideas and opinions. Our continued success relies on making employment decisions based on qualifications and abilities and encourage applications from everyone, including visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, women and persons with disabilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $19.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• warehouse: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person