Backhoe operator Jobs in Steinbach, MB

Recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Barkman Concrete Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of precast concrete. We have sustained growth through the contributions of our team members’ commitment to customer service, quality, and innovative products.

We currently have an opportunity in our Operations team for a Seasonal yard Forklift Operator at our Steinbach facility. We offer on the job training in a friendly, team-minded environment. In the yard, Forklift Operators are cross trained in servicing the production departments, yard organization and loading trucks for product shipment. Other duties in the yard may include as needed operating a skid steer or front-end loader for assisting with snow removal or managing aggregate bins.

Forklift operators work on an 8-week rotation with a variety of 8 hours shifts within the range of 5:00 am – 6:00 pm; each rotation will include at least one week of evening shifts which are 10 hours shifts from 2:30 pm – 12:30 am. Forklift operators need to be flexible, working overtime to meet production demand and loading trucks in the yard. Assisting with snow removal requires some off shift hours to clear lots prior to vehicles arriving. This role is considered full-time but may have some short periods of temporary layoff in the winter months based on demand in the yard.

At Barkman Concrete we focus on:

People: A positive attitude, a willingness to help co-workers, being punctual with a commitment to good attendance and the ability to work with others to problem-solve.

Quality: An eye for detail, taking pride in your workmanship. A high level of commitment and a “can-do” attitude towards quality.

Capacity: Understanding the importance of time management and work ethic towards getting tasks completed to meet necessary requirements with high-quality standards.

To be successful in this role you will have:
• Prior forklift or mobile equipment experience is a strong asset.
• Must be able to visually identify product by type and color as well as be able to read labels and order pick lists for loading trucks.
• A strong safety ethic in operating in a high traffic yard, completing pre-trip inspections, identifying equipment issues, wearing required PPE and seatbelt, and following yard traffic rules.
• Care for both handling equipment and product is crucial to maintaining a steady flow from production to the customer.
• This role has direct contact with both Barkman team members and customers entering the yard therefore a professional, safety-minded, friendly, customer focused attitude is key.
• Teamwork, problem solving and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Flexibility in working various shifts to cover production demand, dock times and covering for when other team members have scheduled time off work.

Physical activities include walking, standing, kneeling, bending, lifting (up to 50lbs), reaching, using arms/hands to operate equipment such as clamps on forklifts, changing attachments, assisting with tying down loads, moving pallets, etc.

Barkman provides mobile equipment training for forklift, skid steer and front-end loader as per Manitoba regulations. All operators are expected to follow safe operating procedures.

Barkman offers you group insurance, a retirement savings plan, product discounts and education subsidies. Wages will be dependent on education, skills, and experience. To learn more about our company and products visit