Job Title : Dockworker
Job Location : Edmonton, AB
Position Type : Part-Time
Shift Hours : Varies; 15-40 hours per week
Compensation : $23.95 / hr
Who we are :
Fastfrate Group has been providing industry-leading transportation services for more than 50 years. From what started as an LTL over-the-road and intermodal carrier, Fastfrate has grown into a diverse group comprised of multiple companies operating across Canada.
This evolution allows us to offer customers a full suite of asset-based transportation, including over-the-road, cross-border, intermodal LTL and TL, drayage and transload, warehousing, distribution, logistics services and final mile.
What’s in it for you :
- A continuous improvement environment where all ideas are explored
- Engaged coaches and mentors who will provide guidance
- Friendly team atmosphere
- Competitive and comprehensive total rewards package including group health and dental benefits and company sponsored retirement savings plan
- Unionized working environment
The Opportunity :
We are currently looking for three (3) part-time Dockworkers to join our fast-paced team at our Calgary, Alberta office.
This role is responsible for :
- Load, unload and move product and materials to and from trailers and containers onto dock
- Operate equipment such as forklift, clamp truck, dollies or hand trucks, etc.
- Inspect equipment prior to commencing shift and as required during shift
- Verify accuracy of product being received and shipped
- May be required to break down skids of product and build smaller orders for delivery to customer
- Ensure product is moved in a safe manner and reports any incidents to their supervisor or leadhand
- Complete various documents as required
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
- Candidate must be able to work any shift, weekends included. Our hours of operation are 24 hours per day 7 days per week
What you need to be successful in the role :
- 2 years forklift experience required
- 1 year of transportation or warehouse experience required
- Ability to lift up to 22.5 kg (50 lbs)
- Forklift certified
- Dangerous goods certified
- Clean criminal record check
- Ability to read, write and speak English
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Accuracy, dependability, and ability to safely operate dock
- Flexibility with workload and duties
- Positive and team-oriented attitude
- Ability to work independently
- Proven positive work ethic