Job Description:
GENERAL PURPOSE
Responsible for transporting freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading. As a Freight Handler, flexibility regarding shifts will be required.
PLEASE Do not apply if you are a student.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
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1. Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including, but not limited to forklift, pallet jack, hand truck
2. Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
3. Verify documentation matches freight description, including, but not limited to type, weight, and hazardous materials, using current electronic and manual system
4. Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including, but not limited to pallets, straps, rope
5. Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary
6. Verify and complete required documentation and reports
7. Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed
8. Perform other duties as required
Advantages
Must have at least 1 year of General labour experience
Safety shoes required .
Forklift Exp. Required
Responsibilities
WORKING CONDITIONS
• Hours may vary due to operational need
• Dock environment; exposure to varied weather conditions, exhaust, fumes, dust, noise
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
1. High school diploma/equivalent, preferred
2. Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or forklift operations, preferred
3. Forklift operation experience, preferred
4. Valid forklift certificate, preferred
5. Ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights several times a week, to lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, and to open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or more
6. Ability to bend, twist, squat, pushing/pulling freight throughout shift
7. Able to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator
8. Basic written and verbal communication skills
9. Able to follow instructions and complete required training
10. Able to work alone or as a team member
Summary
Please apply directly to this Job posting if interested
We look forward to hearing from you
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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Job Description:
GENERAL PURPOSE
Responsible for transporting freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading. As a Freight Handler, flexibility regarding shifts will be required.
PLEASE Do not apply if you are a student.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including, but not limited to forklift, pallet jack, hand truck
2. Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
3. Verify documentation matches freight description, including, but not limited to type, weight, and hazardous materials, using current electronic and manual system
4. Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including, but not limited to pallets, straps, rope
5. Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary
6. Verify and complete required documentation and reports
7. Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed
8. Perform other duties as required
Advantages
Must have at least 1 year of General labour experience
Safety shoes required .
...
Forklift Exp. Required
Responsibilities
WORKING CONDITIONS
• Hours may vary due to operational need
• Dock environment; exposure to varied weather conditions, exhaust, fumes, dust, noise
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
1. High school diploma/equivalent, preferred
2. Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or forklift operations, preferred
3. Forklift operation experience, preferred
4. Valid forklift certificate, preferred
5. Ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights several times a week, to lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, and to open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or more
6. Ability to bend, twist, squat, pushing/pulling freight throughout shift
7. Able to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator
8. Basic written and verbal communication skills
9. Able to follow instructions and complete required training
10. Able to work alone or as a team member
Summary
Please apply directly to this Job posting if interested
We look forward to hearing from you
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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