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Yard Operator (Forklift)

Overview

Position Type: Full Time or Part Time

Reports to: Store Manager or Greenhouse Manager

Position Overview

Provide exceptional customer service and assistance to anyone entering and leaving the yard site
Load and unload customers who purchase or rent equipment and/or materials
Receive and unload deliveries of sod, bricks, plants, and all other materials to the yard site
Deliver equipment, product and/or material to customers as needed/when requested
Assist customers with handling heavy loads/lifting heavy materials, products and/or equipment Maintain an organized and clean yard site at all times
Operate equipment within yard safely to ensure no damage to customer or workplace property
Perform equipment pre/post trip inspections, Yard Hazard Assessments and other safety documentation as required
Respond to two-way radio calls immediately to assist customers
Assist Supply & Inventory Manager as assigned Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills
Grade 12 or equivalent

Possess, at minimum, valid class 5 driver’s license

Minimum 1 year experience operating equipment (Skid Steer, Loader, Forklift etc.) required

Ability to demonstrate safe operations of all equipment required

Experience working in a brick/supply yard setting or similar role; a considerable asset

Experience loading/unloading vehicles with equipment

Experience loading and securing equipment and supplies on trailers for delivery

Possess basic knowledge of landscaping tools, equipment & supplies

Core Competencies:

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Frequent lifting, carrying, balancing, etc.

Physically capable of handling heavy loads

Ability to walk, stand, climb in/out of equipment for long periods of time

Thorough and attention to detail

Safety oriented

Excellent interpersonal skills

Good verbal and written communication

Excellent organization and problem solving skills

Flexibility to work various shifts

Ability to take direction and work well with a team or independently

Outdoor Conditions:
The working environment includes:
Direct sunlight
Indirect sunlight
High humidity
Hot and cold temperatures
Wind
Rain
Snow

Benefits:
Staff discounts
Employee appreciation events
Growth and development opportunities

Livingstone Outdoor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Livingstone provides accommodations for persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
We thank you for your interest in obtaining employment with our organization; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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Job Details

Application End Date
Job Category
Trades
Area of Interest
Skilled Trades
Employment Type
Full-time, Regular
Job Location
Brandon, Mb
Salary
15.00-21.00