Warehouse Worker

If you are looking for a Company that places priority on its people, then you will be interested in joining our team. Pacific Coast Express Limited is a diversified transportation company serving Western Canada and the Western United States with partnerships across North America. We are currently looking for a dynamic individual to bring their skills and enthusiasm to this position.

Position Summary

We have an opening at our Edmonton location for the position of Dock and Warehouse person. This position is an important support role in the operations department.

Description & Responsibilities are as follows,

· safely loads and securely stows freight into linehaul (highway) trailers, city pick-up and delivery trucks, trailers or other vehicles; loading and stowing freight is performed in an effective manner to prevent equipment damage as well as cargo damage in transit and/or during unloading, and to fully utilize the maximum cargo carrying capacity of the vehicle (i.e. maximizes load factor)

· safely unloads freight from linehaul trailers, city pick-up and delivery trucks, trailers or other vehicles

· accepts shipments from customers and interline carriers; releases shipments to customers and interline carriers following proper procedures

· exercises good judgment and refers concerns to supervisor for any shipments that may not be properly prepared for transport

· meticulously maintains paperwork

· reports to and works under the supervision of the operations supervisor

· maintains the company’s commitment to safety as a top priority at all times

Experience and Qualifications

· physically suited to the nature of the work, which includes sustaining repetitive motion and manual labor with periods of peak physical exertion, bending, lifting and carrying weights up to 70 pounds, twisting, turning, reaching overhead

· must possess and wear at all times appropriate personal protective safety equipment including approved steel-toed boots or footwear, gloves, suitable work clothing which provides protection against normal hazards in an industrial workplace

· can be certified forklift operator or be able to acquire training and meet company and legislated requirements within 3 months of employment

· English language fluency and literacy skills: reading, writing and comprehension of written and verbal instructions; effective written and verbal communications to co-workers and supervisors

· numerical skills: basic arithmetic comprehension including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division

· aptitude for working safely with mechanical equipment and systems

· plans and organizes workload effectively, sustains productive work

· displays attentiveness to hazards, duties and thoroughness of work, forms and reports

· dependable and reliable, with prior work record for regular attendance and punctuality

Prior industrial work experience is an asset for this position

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits plan and an opportunity for advancement. This position is open to all qualified individuals.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Life insurance
Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Work Location: In person