Night shift Jobs in Leduc, AB

Job Title: Outdoor Forklift Operator

Job Description

The Outdoor Forklift Operator works primarily in an outdoor lumber and building materials yard, operating large counterbalance forklifts to move oversized construction materials and performing general labor tasks. This role focuses on safely loading and unloading trailers, organizing product using RF scanners, and handling heavy materials in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate large outdoor sit-down counterbalance forklifts to move oversized construction materials, including lumber, 60-foot frame pieces, and V-roof wooden structures.
• Load and unload trailers efficiently and safely, ensuring materials are properly secured and handled.
• Perform shipping and receiving tasks, including loading, unloading, and staging product in designated yard locations.
• Pick orders accurately using RF scanners and move product to the correct areas for shipment or storage.
• Organize and maintain the yard by placing materials in the appropriate locations and keeping aisles clear for safe forklift and pedestrian traffic.
• Carry out general labor duties for 60–70% of the shift, including lifting and moving materials weighing 50–60 lbs as needed.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions while maintaining a strong focus on safety and productivity.
• Communicate and coordinate with yard and facility team members to complete daily shipping, receiving, and order picking priorities.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to site traffic and equipment rules.
• Participate in in-house forklift certification and ongoing training to maintain and upgrade forklift operating skills.
• Contribute positively to a team-based culture by being coachable, receptive to feedback, and willing to support coworkers like a sports team.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 1+ years of outdoor sit-down forklift experience on rough terrain or similar environments.
• Proven experience operating sit-down counterbalance forklifts for loading and unloading materials.
• Demonstrated ability to pick orders and move product accurately and efficiently.
• Previous outdoor work experience in a physically demanding environment.
• Ability to lift and carry 50–60 lbs consistently when required.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes, including loading, unloading, and material handling.
• Ability to use RF scanners for order picking and inventory movement, or willingness to learn quickly.
• Comfort working in dusty, noisy, and busy yard environments with multiple forklifts operating.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to accept coaching and feedback and work collaboratively with others.
• Reliability and punctuality for scheduled shifts, with the ability to work full-time Monday to Friday.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Lumber yard experience is an asset.
• Experience with building materials or construction materials handling is an advantage.
• Ability to work different shifts, including days and afternoons/nights, as required.
• Experience operating outdoor forklifts on rough terrain, including brands such as Sellick and Manitou, is beneficial.
• Valid third-party forklift certification is an asset; expired certifications are acceptable as in-house recertification is available.
• Willingness to participate in in-house forklift certification and potential training at a main plant for forklift ticket upgrades.
• Comfort working in all weather conditions, including exposure to extreme cold during winter months.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, team-first attitude that supports a strong culture fit.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a long-term, stable role in a growing operation that actively promotes from within and invests in employee development. Team members benefit from a clear path from temporary to permanent employment, access to a comprehensive benefits package upon becoming permanent, and regular opportunities to step into lead hand or supervisory roles as the business expands. The leadership team is experienced, supportive, and committed to training and coaching, fostering a culture where feedback, growth, and teamwork are highly valued. Employees enjoy a friendly, close-knit environment with frequent company events, including bi-weekly barbeques, and the chance to upgrade their forklift tickets through additional training at the main plant.

Work Environment

The role is based in a busy outdoor lumber and building materials yard

The environment is dusty, noisy, and fast-paced, with constant forklift and material movement.

Work takes place primarily outdoors in all weather conditions, with minimal time spent indoors.

The site is not transit accessible.

Standard shifts run Monday to Friday, with a day shift from 6:00 . to 2:30 . and an afternoon/night shift from 2:00 . to 10:30 ., with a possible alternative shift of 2:00 . to 12:30 ., four days a week in 10-hour shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nisku, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $23.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nisku,AB.

À propos d'Aerotek:

Nous savons qu’il est difficile de trouver du travail, et qu’il est encore plus difficile de trouver un travail enrichissant. Chaque année, Aerotek met en contact plus de 180 000 travailleurs de l’industrie légère et de métiers spécialisés avec plus de 14 000 employeurs, aidant ainsi nos travailleurs à naviguer dans un marché du travail en constante évolution et à trouver des emplois qui correspondent à leurs objectifs, à leurs compétences et à leurs centres d’intérêt. Depuis 1983, nous offrons une variété de possibilités de carrière dans l’industrie nord-américaine, soit des affectations à court terme dans les entreprises du Fortune 500 où vous pouvez développer vos compétences, soit des possibilités à long terme où vous pouvez jouer un rôle important en relevant les défis des entreprises en matière de construction, de fabrication et d’entretien. Notre équipe de plus de 1 500 recruteurs chevronnés, répartis dans plus de 250 bureaux, travaille sans relâche pour permettre à notre main-d’œuvre de s’épanouir. Permettez-nous de nous montrer à la hauteur de vos défis et de mettre à l’épreuve notre philosophie « Notre monde nous tient à cœur » au fur et à mesure que votre carrière évolue.

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About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.