We are looking for a Warehouse Assistant to work in a large lumber and building products distribution center. This is a full time, permanent position with indoor and outdoor work areas, handling and sorting lumber and related building materials.
Forklift driving experience an asset, but not required. Forklift training will be provided on site.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Order picking of lumber and related building materials
- Sorting lumber and preparing custom orders under deadlines
- Loading and unloading flatbed trucks and trailers
- Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
Requirements:
- Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
- Basic English writing skills
- Ability to work overtime when required (overtime pay provided)
Hours: This position consists of two rotating shifts, one week at a time.
Shift 1 - Monday to Friday - 6:00am to 2:30pm
Shift 2 - Monday to Friday - 9:30am to 6:00pm
Compensation:
- Starting wage $22 per hour, potential to increase after probationary period
- Additional earnings growth potential based on expertise and specialized positions
- Extended Health Advantages package available after 3 months
- Annual wage increases
- Annual safety shoe and boot allowance
We appreciate all applications, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Nicholson and Cates Limited is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact us at
[email protected] and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Caledonia, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Warehouse distribution: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
📌 Warehouse Assistant (Caledonia)
🏢 Nicholson and Cates
📍 Caledonia