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Forklift Operator

@ Express Employment Professionals

Edmonton, Alberta

$20/hrFull-timeContract2+ years experience
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Overview

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a Forklift Operator for an Edmonton client's warehouse on a temporary full-time contract, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at $20 per hour. The work covers operating counterbalance and reach forklifts, receiving and putting away stock, and checking packing slips. Valid forklift certification is mandatory before operating equipment.

Pay:

$20 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Operate counterbalance and reach forklifts to move and organize inventory
  • Receive incoming stock and verify deliveries
  • Review packing slips and confirm order accuracy
  • Put stock away in designated locations
  • Track and manage stock in inventory systems

Requirements summary:

  • Valid counterbalance and reach forklift certification, mandatory
  • Minimum 2 years of warehouse and forklift experience
  • High school diploma required
  • Strong computer skills and inventory system use
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

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Employer posting date
2026-11-04
First seen by our source
2026-11-05
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentGeneral labour
Experience2+ years
Hours per week40
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingWarehouse
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsCounterbalance forklift certification, Reach forklift certification
EducationHigh school (required)

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Express Employment Professionals

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Full company description

Founded in 1983 and corporately headquartered in Oklahoma City, Express Employment International supports the Express Employment Professionals franchise and related brands. The Express franchise brand is an industry-leading, international staffing company with franchise locations across the U.S., Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Express International boasts a team of more than 500 professionals in Oklahoma City, and a network of sales and support teams internationally. Express Employment Professionals, our flagship franchise, has more than 870 franchise locations and began franchising in 1985 to deliver staffing support and human resource services through a network of franchise office owners. Express helps people find good jobs and companies find good people, and offers a full range of employment solutions, including evaluation hire, temporary staffing, professional search, and human resources for businesses around the globe. Focusing on a wide range of positions, Express' long-term goal is to put a million people to work annually.

LinkedIn followers
189,455
People associated on LinkedIn
14,384
Reported office locations
  • 9701 Boardwalk Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK 73162, US
Other recorded names
  • Express Employment International Headquarters
  • Express Employment International
Specialties
  • professional
  • administrative
  • commercial
  • employment
  • jobs
  • staffing
  • personnel
  • career
  • hiring
  • workforce
  • placement
  • temporary
  • human resources
  • skilled trades
  • direct hire
  • light industrial
  • and office services
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
Yes

Founded in 1983 and corporately headquartered in Oklahoma City, Express Employment International supports the Express Employment Professionals franchise and related brands. The Express franchise brand is an industry-leading, international staffing company with franchise locations across the U.S., Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Express International boasts a team of more than 500 professionals in…

FieldValue
IndustryStaffing and Recruiting
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersOklahoma City, OK
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1983
Specialtiesprofessionaladministrativecommercialemploymentjobsstaffingpersonnelcareerhiringworkforce
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Job description

An Edmonton client is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Forklift Operator to join their warehouse team.

Forklift Operator Highlights:

  • Operate counterbalance and reach forklifts to move and organize warehouse inventory.

  • Receive incoming stock and verify deliveries.

  • Carefully review packing slips and confirm order accuracy.

  • Put stock away in designated warehouse locations.

  • Use inventory management systems to track and manage stock.

  • Assist with general warehouse duties as required.

Requirements:

  • Valid counterbalance and reach forklift certifications are mandatory. Candidates must be certified before operating equipment, as certification cannot be provided during the temporary assignment.

  • Minimum 2 years of warehouse and forklift operating experience.

  • Strong computer skills and ability to work with inventory systems.

  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Strong time management and organizational skills.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

  • Team-oriented with a strong work ethic.

  • High school diploma required.

Hours & Wage:

  • Wage: $20 per hour

  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

  • Employment Type: Temporary opportunity

How to Apply:

Please send your resume to [email protected].

About Us

Express Employment Professionals works with job seekers to help them find the right job based on their skills and experience. We have a variety of jobs available, including full-time, part-time, and temporary positions. As one of the leading staffing companies in North America, our Edmonton, AB, offices are ready to help you take the next step in your career. Express Employment Professionals has helped strong applicants build their careers since 1985. In 2025, our team put more than 2,871 associates to work in the greater Edmonton area. Express employs more than 556,000 people globally across more than 900 franchise locations worldwide.

Take the first step toward new career success; apply with Express today.

Fraud Alert

We have become aware of fraudulent employment opportunities being offered under the name of Express Employment Professionals/Specialized Recruiting Group by various international organizations or individuals. It is important to note that our company's policies and procedures do not charge candidates any fees, and all hiring processes include interviews. Any payment request would violate our business conduct standards and ethical practices. We do not offer employment through social media or chat platforms like WhatsApp. We take these scams very seriously and are working with the appropriate authorities to end them. We urge you to remain vigilant and report suspicious outreach to local authorities. If you have any concerns, please email us at [email protected].

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