Forklift Operator - Surrey, Canada - Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.

Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.

Verified Company

Surrey, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Overview:

In business since 1919 and still growing Arrow is a diversified transportation, logistics, and materials handling company with operations throughout Canada and the U.S.

Arrow is a leader in Reload Operations, partnering with Class 1 railways across Canada and the US to inventory and transfer product between truck, rail and container shipping to for delivery to satisfied customers.

We are looking for an experienced
high capacity Forklift Operator to join us at our Vancouver Reload Divsion in
Surrey, BC

Great people work here_

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_Arrow Careers_

We Offer:

Competitive pay: $27$30 per hour based on experience
Extended Medical Benefits including dental, pharmaceutical, and more
Opportunity to join RRSP matching program
Yearround work
Onsite training
Growth potential and career advancement opportunities

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Shift: Monday-Friday; daytime and afternoon shifts
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Hours: 8hrs per day
- overtime available

Responsibilities:

Lumber, steel, pipe, and containers arrive at the facility by truck or rail.

We are looking for a Forklift Operator to safely and efficiently transfer these commodities to truck, rail or container for furtherance.

Responsibilities include:

Operate high capacity forklifts (from 21,000lbs up to 36,000lbs).
Loading and unloading lumber, steel and engineered wood products from trucks, railcars or containers.
Support inventory control (inbound/outbound/on ground) and accurately document.
Ability to prepare load plans for railcar, truck and/or container.
Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment.
Inspect and verify product condition to ensure cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures.
Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.

You Possess:
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Minimum 2 years of experience operating high capacity forklifts (21,000lbs):

Previous experience loading and unloading commodities from trucks or railcars is an asset
Ability to climb ladders and lift up to 50lbs
Preference will be given to those with lumber handling experience
A positive attitude
A strong safety mindset
Solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
Embody Arrow's values: Safety, Integrity, Responsibility, Quality, Teamwork and Fun