warehouse assistant

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package as well as the opportunity for career advancement from this position. This is the perfect opportunity to build a career at a well-established commercial interior systems construction company completing over 100 projects annually.

Primary Purpose

The Warehouse Assistant is responsible for supporting the warehouse and distribution functions at the company’s warehouse facilities, including inbound and outbound logistics and adherence to safety and organizational policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete daily pre-job safety inspections
• Complete weekly lift inspections and toolbox talks
• Support logistics (e.g. deliveries to jobsites and material pick-ups) when required
• Receive and store materials delivered to the warehouse
• Interior and exterior building maintenance, including organizing/cleaning the warehouse, office renovations, snow plowing, grass cutting, window washing, etc.
• Assisting with millwork/carpentry functions
• Utilizing various power tools and equipment
• Picking, packing and loading materials, equipment and tools for daily memo
• Conducting physical inventory counts
• Job box management, including inventory, stocking and cleaning/organizing
• Cleaning tools and equipment
• Tracking equipment usage and location
• Scanning tools and equipment in and out of the warehouse

Qualifications

• Secondary school required, post-secondary school preferred
• Class G drivers license required, DZ license preferred
• Owned personal vehicle to commute to and from work
• Valid WHMIS, Working at Heights, Worker Health & Safety Awareness, elevated work platforms and forklift certifications preferred (training can be completed once hired if necessary)
• Ability to lift or move heavy objects (60+ lbs.)

Skills/Knowledge

• Ability to handle a variety of tasks
• High standard of quality workmanship
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced work environment
• Problem solving abilities
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail, even under pressure
• Time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Planning and organizing

Personal Attributes

• Ability to maintain strong relationships
• A dynamic team player
• Accountable and dependable
• Positive attitude