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Forklift Operator

  • Calgary, AB
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 10, 2026
  • 1 position

$20–$21 / hour

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Employment type
Temporary, Full-time
Experience level
Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Associate
Application method
Direct apply is available

Job summary

Operate forklifts safely, load and unload trucks, and receive, inspect, and verify shipments. Pick and prepare orders, organize inventory, complete shipping and receiving documentation, maintain warehouse cleanliness, and assist with general warehouse duties.

Job details

Schedule: day shift and night shift available Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent Job Overview We are currently seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Forklift Operator to join our client's team in Calgary. This position involves operating forklifts, handling incoming and outgoing shipments, and supporting warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities • Safely operate counterbalance and/or other warehouse forklifts • Load and unload trucks efficiently and accurately • Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments • Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipping • Organize inventory and maintain warehouse cleanliness • Complete shipping and receiving documentation • Follow all workplace health and safety procedures • Assist with general warehouse duties as required Requirements • Previous forklift operating experience • Valid forklift certification • Experience in shipping and receiving operations • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs • Strong attention to detail and safety awareness • Reliable transportation and punctual attendance • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What you’ll do

Operate forklifts safely, load and unload trucks, and receive, inspect, and verify shipments. Pick and prepare orders, organize inventory, complete shipping and receiving documentation, maintain warehouse cleanliness, and assist with general warehouse duties.

Requirements

Candidates need previous forklift operating experience, valid forklift certification, and experience with shipping and receiving. They must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, demonstrate attention to detail and safety awareness, have reliable transportation, and work punctually both independently and as part of a team.

Listed skills

  • Teamwork · Preferred
  • Attention to detail · Preferred
  • Forklift operation · Preferred
  • Occupational safety · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Forklift Operation
  • Counterbalance Forklift Operation
  • Loading And Unloading
  • Shipping And Receiving
  • Shipment Inspection
  • Order Picking And Packing
  • Inventory Organization
  • Shipping Documentation
  • Warehouse Cleanliness
  • Workplace Safety
  • Attention To Detail
  • Teamwork
  • Independent Work
  • Physical Lifting

Job areas

  • Logistics
  • Transportation
  • Trades
  • Security & Safety