Piece Work

Piece Work - Lumper / Hand Bomber / Freight Loader & Unloader

**North American Lumpers Inc. (NAL) - Nanaimo, British Columbia**

About Us

For over 15 years, **North American Lumpers Inc. (NAL)** has been the trusted partner behind Canada’s busiest warehouses, distribution centres, and cross-docks.
We specialize in **freight handling, devanning, reworks, and surge-crew solutions** — keeping the supply chain moving one box at a time.

Position Overview

We’re hiring **Lumpers (Freight Loaders & Unloaders)** to join our expanding **Nanaimo operations**, supporting warehouse and logistics facilities across **Nanaimo, Parksville, and Central Vancouver Island**.

This is a **piece-work position**, ideal for individuals who are physically strong, efficient, and motivated by performance.
Your pay is directly tied to your output — the more loads you complete, the more you earn.

Shifts Available
- Day, Afternoon, and Night Shifts
- Weekend Shifts Available
- Flexible Scheduling and On-Call Opportunities
- Full-Time or Part-Time Positions

Work Locations and Travel
- Work takes place at multiple warehouse and distribution centres in **Nanaimo and nearby areas**:

- Workers may travel between nearby sites during the day to load or unload trailers
- All facilities are busy, high-volume operations offering steady work and advancement potential
- **A vehicle is required** — most service locations are not accessible by public transit
- Reliable transportation allows for faster dispatch and greater earning potential

Compensation

**Piece-Work Pay Structure**:
Earn between **$100 and $250 per day**, depending on your physical ability and load completion rate.
- **Weekend Premium**: Additional pay for loads completed on Saturdays and Sundays
- **Midnight Shift Premium**: Additional pay for loads completed between 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

Wages are paid weekly via direct deposit.
First-week hold: work completed this week is paid the following week.

Key Responsibilities
- Unload freight from trailers, containers, and dry vans
- Identify, sort, and count freight accurately by manifest
- Palletize freight to required ti-hi specifications
- Wrap, stage, and move completed pallets for shipping or storage
- Report damages and discrepancies immediately
- Work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced dock environment

Technology and Portal Use

Must have a **cell phone with data access** to use NAL’s online work portal.
The portal is used for:

- Daily time sheet submissions
- Work completion reports
- Viewing load assignments and job details

Training on the **NAL Portal** is provided during onboarding.

Work Environment
- **Dry Storage**: may reach up to 45°C in summer
- **Chilled**: maintained around 2°C
- **Freezer**: consistent −20°C
- Heavy lifting required (CHEP pallets weigh up to 80 lbs)
- Safety vests required — no hard hats for standard dock operations

**Requirements**:

- Valid **Social Insurance Number (SIN)** required for employment
- Must be **legally eligible to work in Canada**:

- Must have a **cell phone** for time sheets and communication
- Must have **own transportation**:

- Basic English and math skills
- Ability to read and understand manifests
- Strong physical endurance and attention to detail
- Reliable, punctual, and safety-minded
- Weekend availability required
- **Walkie or forklift certification credit will be available after 30 days**

**Benefits**:

- Health Coverage - comprehensive medical plan
- Dental Coverage - preventive and restorative care
- Vision Coverage - eye exams and eyewear allowance
- Flexible scheduling and consistent weekly pay
- Growth opportunities and leadership training

Culture and Advancement

At **North American Lumpers Inc.**, we believe in **promoting from within**. Many of our supervisors, team leads, and regional managers started as lumpers on the dock.
We invest in **training, safety, and leadership development**, giving motivated workers a clear path to advancement.

Our culture is **team-driven, performance-focused, and built on respect for hard work**.
If you’re dependable, ambitious, and looking for long-term stability in a fast-growing industry, you’ll fit right in at NAL.

Why Join NAL
- High earning potential through performance-based pay
- Weekly direct-deposit pay schedule
- Flexible scheduling including weekends
- **Weekend and midnight shift premiums** for eligible shifts
- Opportunities to work at multiple high-volume facilities
- Long-term career growth and relocation options across Canada and the U.S.
- A professional, results-focused, and supportive work culture

About North American Lumpers Inc.

**North American Lumpers Inc. (NAL)** provides professional lumping and warehouse labour solutions to the nation’s largest **3PLs, distribution centres, and freight forwarders**.
Our crews handle **container devanning, VAS and reworks, CFIA relabeling, expired product disposal, and surge-crew support** across Canada and the USA.

Phone**:855-748-2200**

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