Delivery Helper / Swamper – Building Supplies

Gunther's Building Center Ltd.
Calgary, AB
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Wage: $19.00–$20.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts (No weekends)

Company Overview

Gunther's Building Center is a family-operated business that has proudly served Calgary's construction industry since 1954. With over 72 years of experience, we are a leading supplier of interior finishing products, including interior doors, mouldings, hardware, and building materials.

Operating from our centrally located Calgary facility, we supply residential homebuilders, multifamily developers, and commercial contractors throughout Calgary and surrounding areas.

We are currently looking for a reliable, hardworking Delivery Helper / Swamper to join our warehouse and delivery team.

No driver's licence is required for this position.

Position Description

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the Delivery Helper / Swamper will assist our delivery drivers with loading, transporting, and unloading building materials at residential and commercial construction sites.

This is a hands-on, physically demanding position that involves working alongside our drivers to ensure products are delivered safely, efficiently, and without damage.

Typical materials include pre-hung interior doors, door slabs, baseboards, casing, mouldings, shelving, and sheet goods.

When not assisting with deliveries, the successful candidate will help with general warehouse operations and maintaining a clean, organized workplace.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

- Accompany delivery drivers to residential and commercial construction sites throughout Calgary and surrounding areas.
- Safely load and unload building materials from delivery trucks.
- Carry and place doors, trim, mouldings, and other building supplies at designated locations on job sites.




- Assist drivers in securing and protecting materials during transportation.
- Handle products carefully to prevent damage to materials and customers' properties.
- Assist with picking, organizing, and preparing customer orders for delivery.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse and delivery vehicle.
- Follow all company safety procedures and job-site requirements.
- Assist with general warehouse duties, including sweeping, organizing inventory, and seasonal snow removal.
- Work efficiently with drivers and warehouse staff to complete daily delivery schedules.
- Perform other general labour duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- No driver's licence required.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including frequent lifting, carrying, and moving heavy or awkward building materials.
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance.
- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and care when handling materials.
- Positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Previous experience in construction, moving, warehouse operations, or building materials is considered an asset.
- Basic knowledge of building materials or carpentry is an asset but not required.
- Forklift experience is an asset but not required.

Training will be provided to the right candidate.

Ideal Candidate





We are looking for someone who:

- Enjoys physical, hands-on work and staying active throughout the day.
- Takes pride in doing a job properly and safely.
- Is dependable, hardworking, and motivated.
- Works well with others and follows directions.
- Can maintain a positive attitude in a busy, fast-paced environment.
- Is comfortable lifting and carrying materials up stairs and throughout construction sites.
- Treats customers, coworkers, and their property with respect.

What We Offer

- Competitive hourly wage of $19.00–$22.00, based on experience.
- Full-time, Monday-to-Friday employment.
- No weekend shifts.
- Company-paid health and dental benefits after 3 months.
- Two weeks of paid annual vacation.
- Paid annual sick days.
- Opportunities for overtime.
- Employee appreciation events.
- Employee store discounts.
- Friendly, family-operated work environment.
- Convenient access to the Sunalta LRT station.
- Free on-site parking.

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care

Schedule: 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay: Overtime pay and potential bonuses

How to Apply

If you are dependable, physically capable, and looking for steady full-time work with an established Calgary company, we encourage you to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Experience:

- Driving: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Drivers License (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Driver - Building Supplies Delivery (Calgary)
🏢 Gunther's Building Center
📍 Calgary