Material Handler (Afternoons)

Walters Group

The Role

Overview

Handle and move materials using forklifts/cranes, load/unload, ensure safety and paperwork.

Key Responsibilities

  • rigging
  • material handling
  • load planning
  • paperwork
  • safety practices
  • equipment care

Tasks

-Rig, hoist and move materials to and from Walters. -Loads and unloads trailers, as required, to Walters Standards. -Assists in the movement of material in the plant/property by use of crane, forklift, tow motor etc. -Performs housekeeping tasks as assigned. -Ensures safe work practices are adhered to. -Load planning and building. -Accurately fills out all required paperwork and ensures records remain up to date. -Values in Action (ViA)- participating in charity events coordinated by employees. As well as team bonding activities. -Ensures all tools and equipment are operated with care.

Requirements

  • forklift
  • crane
  • shipping
  • communication
  • problem solving
  • health safety

What You Bring

-Previous experience organizing shipping documents. -RRSP Matching. -Excellent communication skills. -Working condition is primarily outdoors. -Previous experience operating all terrain forklifts and overhead cranes strongly preferred. -Able to work independently. -Knowledge of health and safety policies and procedures. -Strong problem-solving skills. -Efficient and accurate movement of materials in and outside of plants

Benefits

-Flexible extended health and dental care packages. -Employee Family Scholarship Program. -Paid sick and Bereavement leaves. -Employee Assistance Program. -Tuition support (Apprentice, Continued Education) -Negotiable hourly wage based on experience. -Profit Sharing.

The Company

About Walters Group

-Family-owned, vertically integrated from engineering to erection. -Known for architecturally exposed structural steel and high-end metalwork. -Typical projects include commercial towers, industrial plants, bridges, and complex façades. -Serves markets across North America, excelling in large and intricate structures. -Recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies and a Great Place to Work®. -Part of a group offering end-to-end structural steel solutions under one umbrella.

Sector Specialisms

Commercial

Industrial