Yardperson

Company:

Finning Canada

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

Finning is seeking a Yardperson to support our team in Edmonton, AB. You have great attention to detail and believe in providing excellent customer service. You are committed to a safe work environment and are comfortable working in all weather conditions. If this sounds like you, please apply today!
What’s in it for you?
• Wage: $42.37-$45.69/hr
• Industry leading Employer paid benefits
• Employee Share Purchase Plan options
• RRSP and Retirement Plan options
• Boot Allowance
• Employee Rewards – exclusive access to discounts and perks
• CAT Dealer grade training
• CAT certified training: Additional certifications and skill development paid for by Finning
We look forward to you joining our team!

Job Description:

• Loads and unloads company trucks, inspects equipment prior to shipment and on return for serviceability.
• Notifies the shop foreman on damaged or missing equipment.
• Assists rental counter personnel in selection of “rental ready” equipment for each transaction.
• Processes equipment returns and closing rental contracts.
• Performs other equipment inquiries through the company’s computerized programming.
• Verifies fuel consumed and inspects all details of equipment when returned.
• Installs service tags on equipment returned from rental.
• Moves rental ready equipment back to proper storage areas following routine maintenance procedures by service shop.
• Presents ready-to-rent equipment in an orderly fashion.
• Performs general house-keeping of both the warehouse and yard.
• Greets customers in yard, helping direct them to office or unloading areas.
• Assists customers and delivery drivers in loading and unloading rental equipment.
• Gives customers start/stop and general operating instructions on rental equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) months of operating experience of rough terrain forklift, counterbalance forklift, Large forklift (>30,000 Lbs.) and/or operating construction equipment.
• Experience loading/unloading and operating equipment will be considered an asset
• Solid understanding of rental equipment and possess sufficient mechanical skills to perform and/or recommend minor equipment repairs.
• Strong organizational skills, with good attention to detail.
• Committed to a safe work environment, able to work with minimal supervision.
• Due to physical nature of the work, a requirement of the job is to be considered fit for work.

Important Information

• This position is based in Edmonton, AB on a 5x2 shift. (Monday to Friday)

• Valid Driver's License with successful recent driver abstract, due to safety requirements must be minimum 21 years of age.
• Hours and shift schedule may be subject to change to meet customer and/or Finning (Canada) requirements. Please note that any future shift changes that may occur will be made in accordance with the Terms & Conditions of the current Collective Agreement

Union Membership: You are required to become a member of the Union associated with this position. This will be effective immediately and will result in union dues being deducted from your pay. The terms and conditions of your employment will be governed by the collective agreement. 

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.