Yard Team Leader - Burlington, Canada - Northstar Access

Northstar Access

Verified Company

Burlington, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Northstar Access has been a trusted provider of scaffolding, shoring, swing stages, and other access solutions in Canada for over 50 years. Northstar's customers depend on them for high-quality products, exceptional installation services, industry-leading experience, and a dedicated focus on safety. Since 2012, Northstar has expanded from its original location in Southern Ontario, and now operates from 5 branches across Ontario, Manitoba, and British Columbia, employing more than 250 experienced professionals.

We are currently looking to hire a
Yard Team Leader to join our team in Hamilton, ON The Yard Team Leader facilitates and assists with directing the movement of our scaffolding gear to our customers who rent the material or have us build it for their project.

They are responsible for the shipping, picking, inspecting, and receiving of our gear at our yard operations.

Reporting to the Yard Supervisor, the Yard Team Leader is a working shift leader who is responsible for providing coaching and training to Yard Shippers & Receivers, as well as directing workflow within the Yard.

Yard Team Leader Responsibilities:

Provide training and coaching to Yard Shippers & Receivers
Assist with scheduling and directing the workflow within the Yard Operations
Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety by adhering to safe work practices and the Northstar Scaffold Safety Philosophy
Assist with reviewing Yard Shippers & Receivers commitment to safety
Complete workplace incident reports as required
Complete Yard safety checks, inspections, and escalate concerns as required
Ensure yard is kept clean and organized
Loading and unloading delivery vehicles in a safe manner with frequent lifting up to 50lbs
Picking orders and ensuring accuracy
Counting, stacking, and organizing scaffold gear
May operate company vehicle to assist with delivering gear to customer or project sites
Use and clean tools required on the worksite
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

Highschool diploma or working towards one
1+ years of leadership experience preferred
Previous work experience in as a Shipper Receiver, Order Picker, or Material Handler role an asset
G class license preferred
Ability to motivate, organize workflow, and lead a team of Yard Workers
Ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures
Capable of lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50lbs and occasionally up to 100lbs
Previous work experience in an Order Picker or Material Handler role preferred
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to follow safety protocols and wear required personal protective equipment
Ability to take initiative and work with mínimal supervision under tight time constraints
Punctual and consistent with reliable means of travel to/from work
A Team Player who works well with others and trains new members as required
Good communication skills verbal and written
Good organizational, time management, and prioritizing skills
Be willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Scaffold knowledge and/or forklift license an asset

You'll love working at Northstar Access because:

The People. You will be surrounded by some of the most talented, smart, supportive, and passionate teams - people you can be proud to work with.

The Business. Northstar Access Inc is an industry leader in access solutions in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia.

Management & Ownership. Northstar's ownership and management team are long-term focused. We are focused on making the right long-term decisions for the business and bringing in values-orientated individuals who can grow with the company over the long term. Being privately-owned and Canadian focused, we are not focused on quarterly financial results or short-term objectives.

Northstar Access is an equal opportunity employer. We value and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.