Forklift Operator FT - Edmonton Impact Centre

Edmonton, AB
On-site
Posted Sep 19, 2026
1 position

$19–$21 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 38 hours per week

Job summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating material-handling equipment to load, unload, and organize donated goods within the Impact Centre. They must also maintain equipment, manage waste and recycling operations, and ensure accurate documentation of shipments.

Job details

Job Type: Full-time, Hourly (25-37.5 hours per week), Temporary (3-month contract) Schedule: Weekdays, Weekends, Evenings Salary: $18.51 - $21.28/hour Great Work. Great People. Great Place. GREAT Purpose. Are you looking for a career that makes a real difference in the lives of Albertans? Do you want to be part of a growing organization with opportunities for development? Do you want to look forward to coming to work every day? Do you want to work with others to make a difference with dignity and joy? Then Goodwill Industries of Alberta is the place for you! About Goodwill: Goodwill is dedicated to providing people with disabilities the opportunity to find meaningful employment. This is made possible as a direct result of the generosity of Albertans in our community who choose to donate to Goodwill, where these items are resold through our successful retail stores. Our dedicated, ambitious and hard-working team members are the key to our success. Through living our value of We Care and it Shows, we work together as One Amazing Team to Get Better and Better Everyday while we Make a Positive Impact in our community. What you'll be doing: * Operate forklifts and material-handling equipment to move, load, and unload donated goods safely and efficiently. * Perform daily equipment inspections and report mechanical issues or safety concerns to the leader on duty. * Stack, store, and transport product according to inventory control and donation flow requirements. * Load and unload trucks, containers, bins, and hoppers for storage, shipment, recycling, or disposal. * Support waste, salvage, and recycling operations using baling and compaction equipment. * Complete required documentation, including bills of lading, shipping manifests, and basic reports. * Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment within the Impact Centre. * Handle waste and hazardous materials in accordance with Goodwill SOPs and environmental guidelines. * Provide respectful, reliable service to internal teams and external partners. * Participate in training, safety meetings, and provide operational support in other areas as required. What you bring to the table: * High school diploma or equivalent is an asset. * Previous warehouse or material-handling experience is an asset. * Forklift certification or willingness to be trained and certified. * Ability to work safely in a physically demanding, warehouse-based environment. * Capacity to regularly lift more than 10 kg (22 lbs) and perform repetitive physical tasks. * Strong commitment to health and safety procedures and PPE requirements. * Dependable, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a team. * Sufficient English communication skills to follow instructions and complete basic documentation. * Eligibility to work in Canada and ability to pass a Criminal Record Check. * Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends, with reliable transportation to and from work. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check. We thank all applicants for their interest in being a part of our GREAT purpose! Goodwill Industries of Alberta is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. If there are any questions or you require accommodations, please contact careers@goodwill.ab.ca. [careers@goodwill.ab.ca]

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates should have the ability to perform physically demanding warehouse tasks and be comfortable lifting over 10 kg. A forklift certification or willingness to be trained is required, along with the ability to pass a criminal record check.