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Forklift operator i (stand up)

@ Johnson Controls

Nisku, Alberta

2+ years experience
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Overview

Johnson Controls, through its Silent-Aire division, is hiring a Forklift Operator to move materials in a storage yard or factory and load and unload trucks. The role includes routine vehicle maintenance, inventory documentation and yard cleanup, with overtime as required and a minimum of two years of forklift experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Operate forklifts, hoists, elevating platforms and lift beams
  • Load and unload trucks and materials
  • Put away received materials and ship product
  • Keep inventory documentation accurate
  • Perform routine vehicle and equipment maintenance

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum two years forklift experience in warehouse or shipping
  • Valid forklift operator licence
  • Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting
  • Ability to work independently
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Ability to lift and move over 40 lbs

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Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-19
First seen by our source
2026-10-20
Source record updated
2026-11-07

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentGeneral labour
Experience2+ years
Scheduleovertime
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingWarehouse, Plant or factory, Outdoors
PositionOn the move
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 40 lb · computer low
LanguagesEnglish

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Job description

About Us

Silent-Aire, a division of Johnson Controls, is a global leader in owner equipment manufacturing (OEM) dedicated to providing custom solutions for data center customers. Our product line includes large-scale equipment such as air handling units and modular data centers. We pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and delivering tailored solutions to meet our clients' unique needs.


Overview

The Forklift Operator is responsible for utilizing a forklift to move materials around a storage yard, factory, or similar location. The Forklift Operator is also responsible for loading and unloading trucks, conducting minor maintenance work, assisting with inventory documentation, and supporting full adherence to safety compliance regulations.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Operate lifting devices, i.e. forklifts, hoists, elevating platforms, lift beams and swivel hooks.
  • Confirm inventory transactions are complete.
  • Manually load and unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, and lifting devices.
  • Put away received materials to proper storage locations.
  • Ability to readily determine the correct tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  • Accurately ship and receive product.
  • May perform other activities such as assisting in taking inventory and weighing/checking materials.
  • Support inventory control with accurate documentation.
  • Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment.
  • Accurately weigh and document materials.
  • Participate in clean-up of yard and facility.
  • Perform all duties in accordance with Silent-Aire Limited Partnership safety program standards and Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and Code.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience working as a forklift operator in a warehouse/shipping environment with a valid forklift operator license.
  • Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Knowledge of safe lifting and handling techniques.
  • Must be able to carry and move equipment and/or supplies in excess of 40 lbs.

Working Conditions

  • Exercise caution, as the environment presents many naturally occurring hazards.
  • Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment).
  • Employee may be exposed to uncomfortable work settings such as cold or hot weather outdoors; may have combinations of standing, crouching, or sitting throughout the day.
  • Fast-paced environment.
  • Overtime as required.

Contacts

  • Communication is primarily internal to the assigned work team, the Inventory and Materials Supervisors, and Production and Plant Management.

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