FORKLIFT OPERATOR (Evening Shift)

Crossfield, AB
On-site
Posted Nov 8, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Posting language: English

Job summary

Operate forklifts to safely load, unload, and move building materials throughout the yard and warehouse. Maintain organized inventory, perform equipment inspections, and assist customers with product location and order preparation.

Job details

Dick's Lumber is looking to welcome a Forklift Operator to our growing team. Are you in search of a team, that values the skills you bring to work, and refuses to compromise on your safety? Do you have what it takes to work for a leading building materials company, that supplies our Canadian communities? We are looking for driven individuals like you! Responsibilities * Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to load, unload, move, and stage lumber and building materials throughout the yard and warehouse. * Pull and prepare customer orders accurately according to pick tickets and shipping documents. * Load customer and delivery vehicles while ensuring materials are secure and undamaged. * Perform daily equipment inspections and report mechanical issues or safety concerns promptly. * Maintain organized inventory storage areas and assist with stock rotation and inventory counts. * Follow all workplace safety procedures, traffic patterns, and material handling guidelines. * Assist customers and coworkers with locating products and providing general yard support. * Keep the yard clean, organized, and free of hazards to ensure a safe working environment. * Work in outdoor conditions year-round while handling heavy and oversized materials. * Support shipping, receiving, and general lumber yard operations as required. QUALIFICATIONS * Current Forklift Certification. * Minimum of one (1) year of experience operating an outdoor forklift * Manual dexterity to operate the forklift and the ability to lift over 25 kgs. * Good knowledge of safe working procedures. * Detail oriented with strong organizational skills. * Ability to perform at a high level in a fast paced, demanding work environment. * Professional, courteous and punctual with a focus on customer service. * Must have a positive attitude and be a team player. * Fluent in English (spoken and written) with excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills. * Basic functional math skills with the ability to add, subtract, multiply or divide without the function of a calculator. * Experience and knowledge in this or a related industry is an asset. WORKING CONDITIONS * Exposure to dust, dirt and extreme changes in temperature and weather. * Moderate exposure to personal risk; safety boots are required. * Busy, high-volume environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, a company pension plan, and paid time off. Our program is designed to support employee well-being and provide long-term security.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a current forklift certification and at least one year of experience operating an outdoor forklift. Candidates must be able to lift over 25 kg and possess strong communication and basic math skills.