Material handler and forklift operator

Step into a workplace where your independence is trusted, your growth is supported, and your daily contributions directly drive our Calgary operations. Join a tight-knit, easy-going team that values high energy, strong reliability, and a positive culture with zero micromanagement. Build a stable, long-term career while earning competitive pay, gaining comprehensive benefits, and enjoying a regular daytime schedule.

Advantages
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM schedule in central SE Calgary (fully transit-accessible).
Pay: $22-24/hr

Responsibilities
Pick orders accurately using paper-based systems with an upcoming transition to RF scanners, prep shipments, and verify all documentation.

Safely operate Reach and Sit-Down Counterbalance forklifts for 30% to 50% of your day to unload flatbeds, drop pallets, and manage stock.

Transition smoothly between the indoor warehouse and outdoor yard to load and unload flat deck trailers in all weather conditions, handling everything from micro-components to 6-foot long items.
Partner with a close team to keep the floor clean, communicate openly, and execute team-lifts for heavier inventory.

Execute special inventory projects during occasional overtime hours to keep operations running at peak performance

Qualifications
Hold valid, up-to-date certifications for both Reach and Sit-Down Counterbalance forklifts.

Comfortably lift and move 50 to 70 lbs regularly, utilizing proper safety protocols and team lifts.

Demonstrate a track record of punctual attendance, high dependability, and long-term commitment to past employers.
Great communication skills (written and verbal) and bring basic computer literacy to manage order data.

Core Gear Ready: Bring your own 6-inch steel-toed boots (safety vests, gloves, and glasses provided on Day 1).

Commit to a Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM schedule in central SE Calgary (fully transit-accessible).

Summary
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

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.

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.