forklift operator| Calgary

Location: SE Calgary

Wage: $21.00/hour

Schedule: Monday to Friday Day Shift

Position Type: Full-Time (Strong pathway to permanent hiring)

Randstad is hiring immediately for a skilled Forklift Operator in Southeast Calgary. We are looking for a patient, high-precision operator who takes pride in their work and has the steady hand required to safely move and manage premium, high-value stone and quartz materials.

If you value safety, stability, and long-term career growth, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do
Precision Handling: Safely operate a sit-down counterbalance forklift to transport fragile, high-end stone and quartz slabs.

Damage Prevention: Maintain total focus on control, stability, and pacing to ensure zero product damage.

Operational Support: Assist with day-to-day warehouse and yard operations, keeping the site organized and moving efficiently.

Safety First: Adhere strictly to warehouse safety protocols to protect yourself, your team, and the inventory.

What You Bring
Credentials: A valid, current Sit-Down Counterbalance forklift license.

Experience: Proven experience operating forklifts, ideally with a background in handling delicate, oversized, or high-value loads.

The Mindset: A meticulous, safety-first attitude with an eagle eye for detail and the patience to handle fragile cargo.

Why Apply?
Consistent Hours: Enjoy your weekends with a steady Monday-to-Friday day shift.

Career Growth: This position features a strong pathway to a permanent, long-term role with the client.

Immediate Start: If you qualify, we are ready to get you working right away.

Advantages
Competitive pay of $21.00 per hour, paid out weekly via direct deposit.
Convenient Southeast Calgary facility featuring free on-site parking.
A proven pathway to secure a permanent, long-term role within an industry-leading company.


Responsibilities
Safely operate a Sit-Down Counterbalance and other forklifts to transport materials and products.
Load, unload, and move goods within the warehouse or production area.
Conduct pre-operational checks and routine maintenance on forklifts.
Perform inventory checks, data entry, and quality control as needed.
Strictly adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures.



Qualifications
Valid forklift certification, preferably with experience operating sit-down counterbalance forklifts.
Proven experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of order picking, quality control, and data entry.
Excellent communication skills and a commitment to safety and quality.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Summary
Apply Online: Apply directly to this posting or register your profile online at www.randstad.ca or send your resume and forklift license to
niharika.kumaraswamy@randstad.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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.