Yard worker Jobs in Calgary, AB

Join our frontline team in a role built for those who thrive in the heart of a busy yard and shop environment. We are looking for the "shop hand" spirit—someone with the grit to manage heavy inventory and the technical discipline to keep our high-intensity operations organized, safe, and mission-ready.

Your Impact
Orchestrate the flow of a fast-paced yard, precision-maneuvering materials and equipment exceeding 50 lbs to keep the site optimized.

Maintain a "mission-ready" shop environment, ensuring tools, assets, and workspaces are organized and prepared for peak production cycles.

Execute demanding manual tasks across outdoor yard settings and indoor shop floors, undeterred by variable weather or rugged conditions.

Champion site safety by serving as a vigilant steward of our zero-incident standard, proactively identifying and mitigating shop hazards.

Drive operational continuity during 12-hour shifts, ensuring every piece of inventory is staged and every equipment maneuver is performed with technical care.

Who You Are
Industrial Professional: You possess a "yard hand" mindset, comfortable with the physical stamina required for heavy lifting and extended 12-hour shifts.

Shop-Savvy: You have a proven track record in high-demand environments (like shop or yard work) and are familiar with the pace of heavy industry.

Resilient Operator: You are undeterred by working outdoors or in a busy shop, bringing the grit needed to handle high-output atmospheres.

Precision-Focused: You treat every task—from moving raw materials to cleaning the shop—with the same level of discipline and attention to detail.

Mission-Ready: You show up with a proactive attitude, ready to support the team's success and follow rigorous safety protocols to the letter.

Advantages
Pay: Starting at $18-19/hr

Temp-to-Perm opportunity — potential for long-term employment and growth.

On-the-job training provided.

Opportunity to develop hands-on skills in a mechanical and industrial environment.

Supportive team and safe working conditions.

Responsibilities
Operational Support: Execute demanding manual tasks, including the frequent lifting and maneuvering of equipment and materials exceeding 50 lbs.

Site Management: Maintain operational readiness in challenging, high-impact industrial environments (outdoor, variable weather, and high-debris settings).

Safety Leadership: Adhere to rigorous safety protocols and contribute to a culture of zero-incident workplace standards.

Workflow Continuity: Commit to extended shifts and high-performance output during peak operational cycles.

Qualifications
Physical Capability: Demonstrated ability to perform rigorous physical labor over 10–12 hour shifts.

Technical Literacy: Proficient in the use of industrial hand tools, power equipment, and basic machinery.

Professional Reliability: A proven track record of punctual, consistent performance in demanding roles.

Adaptive Mindset: The ability to maintain focus and quality of work in unconditioned or harsh environments.

Summary
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We are also committed to providing an accessible hiring process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know so we can work with you to meet your needs.

If you're an experienced individual looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you, apply today! Apply directly through this ad or send your resume directly to the following consultants, stating the job role in the email subject line: graciela.toribio@randstad.ca


This is a general posting for future talent needs at Randstad. By applying, you agree to be added to our talent pool and may be contacted for a general screening as new positions arise.


Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.