Job Description

Forbes Bros Ltd. is a family owned and operated company. With safety at the core, Forbes Bros Ltd. has a family-oriented culture that focuses on flexibility, communication, growth & respect in the workplace.

Position(s): Yard Laborer
Shift Schedule: Monday – Friday (with overtime opportunity)
Start Time: 7:00AM
Location: Acheson, Alberta

Forbes Bros Ltd. is currently looking for experienced Yard Laborer (full-time, permanent) to join our team

The Yard Laborer will Perform general labor tasks within the shop and fleet yards, including cleaning and preparing work areas, removing debris and hazardous materials, and supporting yard conditions, removal and clearing of snow. Additionally, the yard laborer Assist with shop operations and tooling/inventory needs such as positioning, handling, and organizing equipment, as well as transporting supplies and parts as required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Hourly Wage ($20 - $30/ hour)
• Comprehensive health benefits plan
• Enrolment in Pension Program
• Paid Vacation Days and Stat Holiday Pay
• Annual boot allowance of $250 & annual clothing allowance of up to $900
• Company assigned phone
• Family orientated working environment
• Opportunities for career growth and development

Key Responsibilities:

• Emulates Forbes Bros core value of 'WE WORK SAFE' in all daily tasks
• Perform duties in company yard, including loading and unloading trucks, load securement
• Keep the yard(s), building(s) and equipment neat, clean and organized
• Snow removal and cleanup during winter season
• Grass cutting and weed removal around yard/building during summer season
• Assist other departments in movement of deliveries within company yard and office
• Learn and assist with powerline tooling repairs
• Assist in conducting inventory counts
• General warehousing duties as required
• Assisting with other operational tasks, as required

What We Are Looking For:

• Minimum one (1) year of experience operating skid steer, back hoe, or similar equipment, is required
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License, is required, Class 3, an asset
• Strong work ethic and integrity
• Proven accountability and dependability and able to perform repetitive duties with minimal supervision
• Able to work in a dynamic environment with multiple crew and team members
• Able and willing to accommodate frequent overtime hours when required
• Able and willing to provide an acceptable five (5) year Driver's Abstract

Disclaimer: As per client/site requirements, candidates may be required to undergo pre-access screening.

Forbes Bros Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to best practice recruiting and hiring, to promote gender equality and workplace diversity. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates who meet the requirements noted and who earn an invitation to interview will be contacted.