Company:

Finning Canada

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

Finning – The CAT Rental Store, is seeking a Yard Worker to join our growing team in Surrey. As a Yard Person, you are responsible for assisting with day-to-day yard and warehouse duties for the Branch.

If you are a safety conscious team player with yard experience, this may be the opportunity for you.

What’s in it for you?
• $25.74-27.86/hr
• Industry leading Employer paid benefits
• Employee Share Purchase Plan options
• RRSP and Retirement Plan options
• Boot Allowance
• Employee Rewards – exclusive access to discounts and perks
• CAT Dealer grade training
• CAT certified training: Additional certifications and skill development paid for by Finning

Job Description:

• Loads and unloads company trucks, inspects equipment prior to shipment and on return for serviceability, ensuring all shipping / receiving documentation procedures are followed

• Washing and/or performing light maintenance and/or repairs covering all areas of our rental fleet
• Counting and verifying cable orders to ensure accuracy in inventory tracking
• Assists rental counter personnel in selection of “rental ready” equipment upon request
• Receives order request and preps orders for shipment
• Inspects equipment pre and post rental to ensure all equipment is in proper working condition
• Maintains yard organization and cleanliness to align with Finning's housekeeping and safety standards
• Moves rental ready equipment back to proper storage areas following routine maintenance procedures
• Assist customers and delivery drivers in yard, loading and unloading rental equipment; helping direct them to office or unloading areas
• Gives customers start/stop and general operating instructions on rental equipment
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Qualifications:

• Minimum three months of operating experience of rough terrain forklift, counterbalance forklift, compact construction equipment, large construction equipment
• Has good working knowledge of all rental equipment.
• Possesses sufficient mechanical skills to perform and/or recommend minor equipment repairs
• Familiarity with heavy equipment or a similar industry would be considered an asset
• Ability to operate variety of forklifts
• Team player with a keen attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills with effective verbal and written communication abilities

Important Information:

• This position is based in Surrey, BC on a 5x2 Shift.
• Hours and shift schedule may be subject to change to meet customer and/or Finning (Canada) requirements. Please note that any future shift changes that may occur will be made in accordance with the Terms & Conditions of the current Collective Agreement

Work Environment:

• Work will be outdoors and indoors with general warehouse conditions. This position requires frequent lifting and significant degree of walking, bending and transporting objects of various weights and dimensions. This job requires interaction with co-workers and the public.
• Employee may be required to undergo a “fitness to work” assessment. This may sometimes be completed after employment has been offered, as requested by the employer periodically, or as a condition of a job transfer.

Union Membership: You are required to become a member of the Union associated with this position. This will be effective immediately and will result in union dues being deducted from your pay. The terms and conditions of your employment will be governed by the collective agreement.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.