General Laborer

The Opportunity

Responsible for providing support to the service department as well as to branch operations including, but not limited to, building maintenance, both inside and outside of the building.

The Role

• Valid forklift operator ticket or able to obtain it


• Able to operate forklifts, wheel loaders, excavators, etc


• G class or higher driver's license


• Mechanically included able to boost machines, disconnect batteries, ability to identify problems when shipping and receiving machines


• Can use basic Microsoft applications


• Can use cell phone


• Effective communication skills; working with drivers, sales team, managers


• Ship machines (paperwork, pictures, uploading on to shared drive)


• Receive Machines (paperwork, pictures, uploading on to shared drive)


• Load & unloading of machines


• Loading & Unloading attachments using forklift and other material handling equipment


• Yard organization & clean up


• Daily yard checks of equipment (Security)


• Inventory checks


• Looking for machines, attachments for the sales team & take pictures


• Shop clean up; sweeping, garbage, organization


• Cleaning of machines both for sales team & customer units 


• Responsible for scrap metal, wood bins, garbage, snow removal and front yard maintenance

The Candidate

Education: High School; Forklift Certification an asset

Work Experience: 6-12 months

Knowledge: Some knowledge of mechanics 

The Company

Since 1858, Wajax has been a leading industrial products and solutions provider continually innovating to serve Canadian industry coast-to-coast. We work in an extensive range of industries and core sectors of the Canadian economy including energy and renewables, food and beverage, construction, industrial/commercial, transportation, forestry, mining, metal processing, and oil and gas – to name a few. Everything we do is powered by people passionate about making a difference and who are dedicated to driving Canadian industry forward. People who provide the experience and expertise that support the industries that build our cities, power our businesses, put a roof over our heads and food on our tables.

Wajax offers a total compensation package that includes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, learning and development, as well as some unique additional “perks.”

Highlights include:

• Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums), plus health spending account.


• Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers.


• Exclusive discounts with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, a group mortgage, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more.


• Recognition program where points are earned for merchandise or gift certificates, plus cash awards.


• Company matched pension plan


• Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program

By working with Wajax, you become part of an inclusive and diverse team that is dedicated to innovation and teamwork. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities across Canada in which we do business. As an equal opportunity employer, please inform us if any accommodation is required if contacted for an interview.

As a condition of employment, final candidates will be subject to pre-screening.

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