Forklift Operator

**Summary**

Slegg Building Materials is currently seeking a Full-Time Forklift Operator to join our team. The shifts are Tuesday - Friday 9:15am - 5:45pm, Saturday 8:15am - 5:15pm. We offer a competitive compensation package with benefits starting after 3 months and employee incentives.

**Benefits**
- Extended health care - drug and dental coverage, practitioners, disability, and life insurance
- After 3 months of service, staff can participate in the RSP program with contribution matching
- An exclusive employee stock purchase plan
- Company discounts on all products sold at Slegg Building Materials
- Monthly breakfast or lunch events for our staff
- Employee referral bonus program
- Training and advancement options
- All employees immediate family members are eligible for an annual scholarship program
- Secure vehicle and bike parking
- Employee recognition incentive program

**Responsibilities**
- Act as an ambassador of the company with all employees and customers
- Maintain an emphasis on a safety culture, customer service, and efficiency as top priorities
- Perform daily inspections of forklift and complete required forms
- Ensure forklift maintenance and servicing requirements are met
- Build orders to required specifications for delivery
- Load and unload building materials in a safe and efficient manner
- Check load contents for accuracy and secure materials
- Ensure that all products are shipped on schedule and according to specific instructions by management to meet customer demands
- Maintain contact with supervisor(s) and work to resolve issues as they arise
- Other duties as assigned by management

**Requirements**:

- A broad knowledge of building supplies
- Forklift experience is essential
- Effective communication skills and ability to read and speak English
- Knowledge of basic mathematics
- Basic hand tool skills
- Physical requirements include:

- Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs
- Sitting and driving for longs periods of time
- Frequently climbing up and down stairs
- A positive can do attitude is essential

**The Location - Cumberland, 3217 Small Rd**

Cumberland is located in the Comox Valley on the east coast of Vancouver Island, approximately 2.5 hours from Victoria and 1.5 hours from Nanaimo. With many beaches, rivers, and lakes; Mt. Washington Ski and Alpine Resort; and world class golfing, the Comox Valley is known for year-round recreation and sports opportunities.
The Slegg Building Materials Cumberland location boasts a 112,000 square foot warehouse where you will find a vast supply of high quality construction and building materials. This spacious and clean facility offers employees a positive working atmosphere and lots of growth opportunities.
- Our Core Values_
- _Our people have the independence and authority to make a difference_
- _We invest in relationships and every person is important_
- _Our highest priority is serving others_
- _We passionately pursue a safe work environment along with a relentless focus on operational excellence_
- _We believe you can never go wrong, doing the right thing_
- Thank you for your interest in Slegg Building Materials. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted._