Material Handler

Nanaimo, BC
On-site
Posted Nov 6, 2026
1 position

$24.76 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
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Job summary

Pick, pack, receive, store, and ship materials while maintaining accurate inventory records and safely operating warehouse equipment. Keep the warehouse and yard organized, complete inspections and documentation, assist with inventory counts, and coordinate with colleagues and customers to resolve order issues.

Job details

Location: Nanaimo, British Columbia Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Compensation: $24.76/hour starting wage Work Environment: Unionized Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, RRSP matching and paid time off About The Company Our client is a well-established Canadian distributor of industrial pipes, valves, fittings and related products. As part of a larger Canadian distribution group, the company serves customers across a range of industrial and commercial sectors. Recognized for its commitment to employee development, workplace safety and customer service, the organization offers a stable, team-oriented working environment with opportunities for long-term growth. The Opportunity Our client is seeking a dependable, safety-conscious Material Handler to join its warehouse operations team in Nanaimo, BC. The successful candidate will be responsible for receiving, storing, picking, packing and shipping materials while maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring the safe movement of products throughout the warehouse and yard. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with warehouse or material-handling experience who is looking for permanent employment with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement. Key Responsibilities Pick, prepare, label and package customer orders accurately and efficiently. Receive incoming shipments, unload trucks and verify materials against shipping documents. Load outgoing deliveries safely and according to established delivery schedules. Restock inventory and ensure products are stored in their designated locations. Operate forklifts and other warehouse material-handling equipment safely. Operate overhead cranes where available and appropriately trained. Complete shipping, receiving and inventory documentation using computerized systems. Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns. Maintain a clean, organized and safe warehouse and outdoor storage yard. Assist with physical inventory counts and stock verification. Coordinate with warehouse colleagues and sales personnel to resolve order discrepancies. Provide assistance to customers at the warehouse counter when required. Follow established workplace health and safety procedures. Qualifications And Experience Minimum one year of warehouse, shipping/receiving or material-handling experience preferred. Forklift certification. Experience operating warehouse equipment and handling industrial materials. Familiarity with industrial pipes, valves, fittings or related products is an asset. Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and inventory-related applications. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and time management. Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, walking, climbing and moving materials. Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude. Ability to work independently and manage changing priorities. High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Reliable transportation to the workplace. Compensation And Benefits Starting wage of $24.76 per hour. Unionized work environment with structured wage progression. Wage increases following 12 and 24 months of service, subject to the applicable collective agreement. Extended health, dental and vision coverage. Life and disability insurance. RRSP matching program. Paid time off and additional holiday closures. Employee assistance program. On-the-job training, product education and professional development opportunities. Supportive, safety-focused workplace. Disclosure: This posting represents an active and genuine vacancy with one of 3 Step Recruitment’s clients and is not for speculative or pipeline recruitment. 3 Step Recruitment and/or our Clients may use, from time to time, AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of applications; however, these tools are not intended to replace human judgement or decision-making in the hiring process.

What you’ll do

Requirements

At least one year of warehouse, shipping and receiving, or material-handling experience is preferred, along with forklift certification and familiarity with warehouse equipment. Candidates should have basic computer skills, strong organization and communication, the ability to perform physically demanding work, reliable transportation, and preferably a high school diploma or equivalent experience.