Yard Labourer

Weldco-Beales Manufacturing designs and manufactures specialized heavy equipment attachments for the construction, forestry, mining, scrap recycling, road maintenance and resource industries throughout Canada, the USA and internationally. Weldco prides itself on providing a great employee experience where safety is a way of life. Weldco-Beales is currently recruiting a Yard Labourer for the Edmonton manufacturing team. This position will report to the General Foreman.

Our Culture

At Weldco-Beales, we take pride in our strong culture of safety, teamwork, and excellence. We embrace the values of safety, quality, and community, and we're looking for hardworking individuals who take pride in their work and want to help us remain a trusted leader in the heavy equipment industry.

Why Join Our Team?

• Multiple schedule options with shorter work weeks
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Pension Plan with 3% company matching
• Education and apprenticeship support, including EI top-up payments
• A workplace that prides itself on safety, cleanliness, respect, and results

Rewards:

• Monthly incentive program with monetary rewards
• Service awards in 5-year increments
• Company/team events
• Opportunities for personal growth and career advancement

What You Will Do

Working under the direction of the General Foreman, the Yard Labourer is responsible for supporting yard operations, ensuring materials are handled efficiently, stored safely, and delivered to the appropriate areas to support production and dispatch. This is a physically active role requiring strong teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.

Key Responsibilities

1. Workplace Safety

• Always practices safety in the workplace to protect self and others
• Complies with all safety policies and Occupational Health and Safety regulations
• Participates in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and hazard assessments

2. Yard Operations & Material Handling

• Support shipping and receiving activities, including loading/unloading freight and verifying accuracy
• Organize and maintain yard inventory, ensuring materials are stored safely and efficiently
• Move plate and other heavy materials in and out of the facility as required
• Pick and stage parts according to work orders for production and dispatch
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling equipment safely and effectively
• Label, secure, and store yard materials in designated areas
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely and accurate material movement

3. Shipping & Receiving Support

• Assist with documentation and verification of incoming and outgoing freight
• Inspect materials for damage or discrepancies and report issues promptly
• Support organization of shipping lanes and staging areas for outgoing deliveries
• Work collaboratively with logistics and production to meet schedule requirements

4. Equipment & Tool Maintenance

• Perform daily inspections of forklifts, cranes, and other material-handling equipment prior to use
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe and proper working condition
• Report damaged or unsafe equipment to the supervisor immediately
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures as required

5. Other Duties

• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area
• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Foreman or management

Your Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Forklift experience (required)
• Crane and rigging experience or certification (preferred)

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a yard, warehouse, or industrial environment (required)
• Experience operating overhead cranes or heavy material-handling equipment (preferred)
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment (preferred)

Certifications/Licenses:

• Forklift certificate (preferred)
• Overhead crane certificate (preferred)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of safe material handling and inventory management practices
• Proficient in operating forklifts, cranes, rigging, and other material-handling equipment
• Familiarity with shipping documentation and freight handling
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Able to read and follow work orders, shipping documents, and instructions accurately
• Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs; able to work in outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain)
• Safety-conscious, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and contribute to a team

What You Bring to the Position

• Commitment to safety and quality
• Dependable and results-driven attitude
• Strong work ethic and initiative
• Team-focused approach with flexibility to work overtime or weekends as required

Vacancy Status

This position is currently vacant and available for immediate hire.

Just a Quick Heads-Up 

To help us keep things moving and make sure we give every application a fair look, we may use a little help from AI during the initial resume screening process. It's just a tool to help us match your experience with the role. No AI is making big decisions in this very human-centric process

Real people are still very much part of every step, especially when it comes to interviews and final decisions. If you ever have questions or need any kind of accommodation along the way, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're happy to help

Weldco Companies is a subsidiary of IDC (Inuvialuit Development Corporation) and is 100% Inuvialuit owned. Weldco provides Employment and Career Development opportunities for its beneficiaries and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, Weldco's goal is for our employees to be as diverse as our products. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require accommodation at any point throughout this process we will work with you to meet your needs. 

Applications for this position may be kept on file for twelve months and may be considered for future positions within Weldco or IDC.  Your interest in Weldco is appreciated.  Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.  No phone calls please.