In business since 1919 and still growing! Arrow is a diversified transportation, logistics, and materials handling company with operations throughout Canada and the U.S.

Arrow is a leader in Reload Operations, partnering with Class 1 railways in Canada to inventory and transfer product between truck, rail and container shipping to for delivery to satisfied customers.

We are looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to join us at our Vancouver Reload Divsion in Surrey.

Great people work here!

• Competitive pay rate: $60,000-$64,000 annually
• Extended Medical Benefits including dental, pharmaceutical and more!
• Opportunity to join RRSP matching program
• Year round work
• Onsite training
• Growth potential and career advancement opportunities
• Shift: Monday-Friday; afternoon shift
• Hours: 8hrs/day plus overtime

Lumber, steel, pipe, and containers arrive at the facility by truck or rail. We are looking for a Forklift Operator to safely and efficiently transfer these commodities to truck, rail or container for furtherance. Responsibilities include:  

• Operate high capacity forklifts (up to 36,000lbs).
• Loading and unloading lumber, steel and engineered wood products from trucks, railcars or containers.  
• Support inventory control (inbound/outbound/on ground) and accurately document.  
• Ability to prepare load plans for railcar, truck and/or container.  
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment.  
• Inspect and verify product condition to ensure cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures.  
• Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.  

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating high capacity forklifts.  
• Previous experience loading and unloading commodities from trucks or railcars is an asset
• Preference will be given to those with lumber handling experience
• A positive attitude  
• A strong safety mindset
• Solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Embody Arrow's values: Safety, Integrity, Responsibility, Quality, Teamwork and Fun!