Yard Operator - Spruce Grove, Canada - FortisAlberta Inc
Description
ABOUT US
At FortisAlberta we invest in our greatest resource - our people. As Alberta's largest electricity distribution provider, we are positioned for growth. Each day, FortisAlberta employees strive to exceed customer expectations while maintaining a focus on our commitment to safety.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
August 8, 2023
TITLE:
Yard Operator (U23-287)
DEPARTMENT:
Operations
WORK LOCATION/OFFICE:
Spruce Grove
STATUS: 01 Full Time - Salaried
NUMBER OF HIRES:1
Why Join Our Team?
At FortisAlberta, our employees' matter.
We work in a customer-focused and team-oriented environment where the safety of our employees and communities is paramount, our customers' needs are a top priority and the reliability of their electricity service is critical.
By joining the FortisAlberta family, you will become part of a collaborative and communicative culture, one that is respectful of our history, while focused on the future and the opportunities it brings.
At FortisAlberta, we power Alberta communities and empower our people to do their best work.What Are We Looking For?
FortisAlberta is looking for a Yard Operator to be responsible for the general warehousing functions at multiple district storage locations in the area.
This includes receiving and issuing materials, preparing materials for project work orders, performing inventory spot checks, coordinating with leaders, and maintaining the cleanliness, organization and safety of the storage locations.
The Yard Operator will receive materials from the Acheson Service Centre and vendors ensuring orders received are in accordance with purchase order and quality standards; maintain standards for recycled and salvaged materials and coordinate their return to the Acheson Service Centre; and deliver materials to work sites as required.
The Yard Operator will operate material handling equipment (i.e. forklifts, pallet jack) safely to load and unload trucks; maintain inventory items; identify inventory discrepancies and implement corrective action.This role will also be responsible for preparing and completing inventory counts and annual audits in accordance with FortisAlberta policies and procedures.
The Yard Operator will review Contractor Lay down sites with Area Coordinator and Contractors to ensure material is ready for pickup and act as a District Storage Location (DSL) resource and contact for the local staff, contractors, Acheson Service Centre and Procurement Department.
This position will organize materials for projects and stores in an efficient manner to facilitate effective picking of materials by the construction and operations crews as well as process returns as required; this includes putting materials away in the local storage location or tagging the return as salvage or scrap; set up Salvage Material crates and ensure material is put back in DSL inventory when applicable.
The Yard Operator will perform minor repairs or facilitate repair of storage locations to maintain its good working condition; storage locations include buildings, docks and racks; perform or facilitate snow removal within the materials and docks as required.
Additionally, this role will be required to perform all transactions and updates of material required in SAP, maintain monthly environmental, safety, vehicle and/or building fire extinguishers, and yard inspections; and be accountable to all safe work practices.
Regular travel to two (2) or more District Storage Locations and field material sites as required. Special projects and other duties as assigned.What will you bring to the Role?
- Physically capable of lifting heavy objects up to 35 kg.
- Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with field crews and team members; this includes good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to work independently with mínimal supervision; this includes strong organizational, time management and problem solving skills.
Qualifications we are looking for:
- A High School Diploma is required.
- Must hold a valid Alberta Motor Vehicle Class 5 Driver's License.
- A Forklift Operator Training certification would be considered a definite asset.
- A certification of TDG, WHMIS and/or Quality Assurance would be considered an asset.
- A Supply Chain Management Association Diploma or Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation is considered an asset.
- One (1) year of experience in a warehouse, logistics, or supply chain role would be considered an asset.
- Experience in the electrical utility industry would be considered an asset.
Special Conditions:
- After hours and weekend work may be required for spe
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