yard forklift operator.

Take control of site logistics as a Heavy Equipment Operator. In this high-impact role, your precision on the controls directly drives our daily momentum. You will manage inventory movement, maintain a safe site, and keep our fast-paced operations running seamlessly from start to finish.

Must haves: Must have reliable personal vehicle for work, be able to start right away no notice period, valid forklift license and experience working with all terrain forklifts.

Your Impact

Command Heavy Machinery: Safely operate rough terrain forklifts to maneuver, load, and unload bulk materials and freight across dynamic outdoor sites.

Streamline Site Logistics: Orchestrate order packing, inventory staging, and truck load-in/load-out processes with high accuracy and efficiency.

Optimize Workspace Workflows: Maintain a clean, secure, and structured operational environment to maximize site safety and throughput.

Execute Cross-Functional Support: Drive key tasks independently or collaborate seamlessly with site teams to hit tight daily operational deadlines.

Who You Are

Proven Operator: Skilled in running heavy machinery and navigating rough terrain vehicles across varied ground conditions.

Adaptable Workhorse: Ready to conquer changing seasonal hours—Winter: M–F (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM); Summer: M–F (7:30 AM – 4:30 PM), plus occasional Saturday shifts when demand peaks.

Self-Driven Team Player: Highly reliable with a strong work ethic, equal parts comfortable working solo or aligning with a fast-moving crew.

Target Compensation: Looking for a high-payoff opportunity offering $22.00 – $28.00/hour based on experience.

Advantages
This position offers a competitive hourly rate, bi-weekly pay, overtime pay at 1.5x the regular wage after 40 hours per week, standard vacation pay, and flexible time off with sufficient notice.

Responsibilities
Equipment & Tool Proficient: Skilled in operating heavy machinery and comfortable using a variety of hand and power tools.

Physically Capable: Ready to meet the physical demands of dynamic outdoor work, including frequent, heavy lifting throughout the shift.

Driven & Adaptable: Self-motivated with a strong work ethic—equally comfortable taking full ownership of solo tasks or collaborating seamlessly within a team.

Qualifications
Certified Operator: Hold a valid forklift license paired with proven, hands-on experience driving rough terrain forklifts and heavy material-handling equipment.

Safety-First Mindset: Fully committed to personal protection guidelines, comfortable wearing required PPE at all times (steel-toe boots, safety glasses, gloves, and ear protection).

Tool Proficient (Asset): Practical experience operating hand tools and power tools to assist in hardware fabrication and light assembly.

Physically Capable: Built for rigorous outdoor site labor, ready to consistently execute heavy lifting throughout the shift.

Summary
If you're an experienced individual looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you, apply today! Apply directly through this ad or send your resume directly to the following consultants, stating the job role in the email subject line: View email address on randstad.com

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We are also committed to providing an accessible hiring process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know so we can work with you to meet your needs.

This is a general posting for future talent needs at Randstad. By applying, you agree to be added to our talent pool and may be contacted for a general screening as new positions arise.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to View email address on randstad.com to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process. show more