Forklift Operator
- Reference Number
- AB85860281028
- Date Posted
- 28/10/2025
- Province
- Ontario
- City
- Ottawa
- Job Type
- Contract
- Salary Range
- $19.00 - $22.00 /hr
We're seeking a Forklift Operator – Counterbalance to join our client's team in Ottawa.
What We Offer:
- Salary: $19-$22 Depending on experience
- Job Type/Shift: Full time, Day shift
- Benefits: After 300 hours
- Permanent Opportunity
- Apply today, work tomorrow
What You'll Do:
- Operate forklifts and other industrial vehicles (e.g., pallet jacks) to load and unload materials (Counterbalance)
- Move goods packed on pallets or in crates around the warehouse
- Unload and reload shipments efficiently, maximizing space
- Ensure materials are stored in the correct locations and properly stacked
- Conduct daily safety inspections of forklift equipment and report any mechanical faults
- Assist with inventory counts and general warehouse duties as needed
- Follow all company safety protocols and OSHA regulations
- Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards
- Communicate with supervisors and other team members to coordinate tasks
What We're Looking For:
- Possess a valid forklift certification – Counterbalance
- Previous experience with power equipment
- Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs) and stand for long periods
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety
- Ability to work in fast-paced environments and meet deadlines
- Previous warehouse, distribution center, or industrial facility
- May involve exposure to varying temperatures, loud noises, and airborne particles
Our team is eager to connect with candidates who meet the job requirements. If this sounds like a fit for you, we invite you to apply today!
Since 1951, Drake International has been a global leader in flexible and permanent staffing, connecting people with the right roles at any career stage, both in Canada and worldwide. As a leading recruitment and HR partner, we collaborate directly with employers to bring you the best opportunities at no cost, ensuring a human-centered approach that helps everything work seamlessly.
Drake International is an equal opportunity employer and champions accessibility, inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We are committed to providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please contact your Branch Representative at 343-804-9912.
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Job Snapshot
- Date Posted
- 28/10/2025
- Job Category
- GL - Material Handling
- Location
- Ottawa, ON
- Job Type
- Contract