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Certified High Reach Fork Lift Driver

Vancouver, BC
On-site
Posted Sep 17, 2026
1 position

$20 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The High Reach Forklift Driver is responsible for operating equipment to pick, scan, and sort orders while maintaining warehouse organization. They must ensure all inventory movements meet quality and safety standards while adhering to GMP and SQF requirements.

Job details

Craving a dream job? Join one of Canada's Top Employers. Purdys Chocolatier is delighted to have been voted by our employees as one of Canada's Best Employers. This esteemed award is a testament to the rich texture of our history and our more than 115 years of dedication to quality, trust,and supportive work environment. Permanent Full-Time | Vancouver, BC Expected hourly rate: $20.03 per hour Love chocolate? Join Canada's Chocolatier. At Purdys Chocolatier, we've been creating connection and joy through the gift of chocolate for over 115 years. We're proud to be a Canadian-owned company with a strong tradition of quality, teamwork, and employee development. We're currently looking for a High Reach Forklift Driver to join our Warehouse team in Vancouver. If you're safety-focused, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you. At Purdys, you'll be part of a team that helps deliver our chocolates to customers across Canada while enjoying great perks, opportunities for growth, and a workplace where your contributions are valued. What You'll Do As a High Reach Forklift Driver, you'll play an important role in keeping our warehouse operations running smoothly. Responsibilities include: Operating a narrow aisle high-reach forklift safely and efficiently Picking, scanning, sorting, and preparing orders for shipment Supporting inventory movement and warehouse organization Ensuring products meet quality standards before shipment Maintaining clean and organized workstations and common areas Meeting daily productivity and performance targets Following all GMP, SQF, and workplace safety requirements Assisting with other warehouse duties as needed What You'll Bring Class 2 Narrow Reach Forklift Certification Experience operating narrow aisle high-reach forklifts Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Good spoken and written English communication skills A positive attitude and team-first mindset CSA-certified safety footwear Previous experience in a warehouse, shipping, or distribution environment is an asset Schedule & Location Location: 8330 Chester Street, Vancouver, BC Availability Required: Must be available to work 8.5-hour shifts between 6:00 AM and 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Why You'll Love Working at Purdys Employee discounts on delicious Purdys chocolates Referral bonus program Opportunity to apply for internal job postings and grow your career Supportive and collaborative team environment Work for a well-respected Canadian company with over a century of history Stable, permanent full-time employment Our Commitment to Inclusion Purdys Chocolatier is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and abilities. Additional Information This position is part of a unionized work environment. Union membership is required upon hire. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, and while we wish we could personally reach out to everyone, we can only contact those selected for an interview. We genuinely care about providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email at resumes@purdys.com. We're here to help!

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Class 2 Narrow Reach Forklift Certification and have experience operating narrow aisle equipment. Strong attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and CSA-certified safety footwear are required.