Forklift Operator

About the role

Silent-Aire Limited Partnership, a wholly owned subsidiary of Johnson Controls, designs, engineers and manufactures hyperscale cooling and modular data center solutions. Its Nisku facility is hiring a forklift operator who must have reliable transportation to commute. The position works night shifts Monday to Thursday or weekend nights, Friday to Sunday.

Key responsibilities

• Move materials around a storage yard, factory or similar location using a forklift, and load and unload trucks.
• Operate lifting devices such as forklifts, hoists, elevating platforms, lift beams and swivel hooks inside and outside.
• Manually load and unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars and lifting devices, and put away received materials.
• Confirm inventory transactions, support inventory control with accurate documentation, and assist with inventory and weighing materials.
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment, and participate in yard and facility clean-up.
• Carry out all duties in line with the company safety program and the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and Code.

Required profile

• At least 2 years of experience as a forklift operator in a warehouse or shipping environment.
• Valid forklift licence from an accredited training program (class 1, 4 or 5).
• Able to communicate clearly in English by radio and in person, and to work independently and in a team.
• Able to lift and move equipment or supplies exceeding 40 pounds.
• Willingness to work in fast-paced conditions, overtime as required, and in cold or hot outdoor weather.

Required skills

• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.
• Ability to choose the right tools and equipment for a job.