Posted 24 months ago
General Labourer
@ Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.
Fort St. James, British Columbia
Overview
Arrow Transportation Systems Inc. is hiring a full-time permanent General Labourer in Fort St. James, BC, at $20.79/hr. The role supports yard, shop and truck-unloading operations on a day shift, Monday to Friday, with overtime available. The posting lists full benefits, a pension and equipment training.
Pay:
$20.79 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Perform manual labour and support yard and shop operations
- Keep site clean and clear unloading areas of hazards
- Basic upkeep of trucks, trailers and shop equipment
- Follow safety policies and identify hazards
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Ability to carry 50 lbs and swing a 10 lbs sledge hammer
- Level 1 First Aid is an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · icims
- Employer posting date
- 2024-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-22
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | General labour |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Warehouse, Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Level 1 First Aid |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Wellness, Paid training |
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Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.
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Celebrating over 100 Years of Service!
Full company description
Arrow trucks have traveled the North American landscape since 1919, playing an integral role in supporting the industrial engine of economies on both sides of the border. What started off as a single truck trucking company named Kitsilano Auto Express, has evolved into one of the oldest and most respected transportation and distribution companies in the country. Over the last 100 years, the company has become highly diversified, leading the way in developing service-focused transportation solutions. Today, Arrow employs more than 1,100 people, working in truck transportation, logistics, marine services, manufacturing, transportation technology, facilities management, civil construction (environmental), and product distribution. Whatever your transportation and materials handling requirements are, we are confident that we have a solution that will meet your needs. For more information please visit http://www.arrow.ca For current employment opportunities please visit http://jobs.arrow.ca
- LinkedIn followers
- 8,889
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 339
- Reported office locations
- 400-970 McMaster Way, Canada, Kamloops, British Columbia V2C 6K2, CA
- Box 38, 1300-999 W. Hastings St., Canada, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 2W2, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Railroad
- Environmental Consulting
- Boating
- Freight Service
- Logistics
- Software
- Transportation
- Other recorded names
- Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.
- Specialties
- Materials Handling
- Technology Solutions
- Environmental Services
- Marine Services
- Facilities Management
- Truck Transportation
- Mining
- Wood Fibre
- Logistics & Consulting Services
- Truck-to-rail Services
- Rail-to-truck Services
- Bulk Commodity Hauling
- Reload Operations
- Soil Solutions
- Progressive Reclamation
- Earthworks
- Wood Processing
- Freight Management
- Log Towing
- and Materials Handling
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Arrow trucks have traveled the North American landscape since 1919, playing an integral role in supporting the industrial engine of economies on both sides of the border. What started off as a single truck trucking company named Kitsilano Auto Express, has evolved into one of the oldest and most respected transportation and distribution companies in the country. Over the last 100 years, the company has become…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Truck Transportation |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Kamloops, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1919 |
| Specialties | Materials HandlingTechnology SolutionsEnvironmental ServicesMarine ServicesFacilities ManagementTruck TransportationMiningWood FibreLogistics & Consulting ServicesTruck-to-rail Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 37 |
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We Offer
- Location: Fort St. James, BC
- Job Status: Full-time permanent
- Compensation: $20.79/hr
- Pension: $1.25/hr 100% paid by Arrow!
- Benefits: Full Benefits including dental, life insurance, pharmaceutical, vision care, chiropractor, massage, EAP, and more. 100% paid by Arrow!
- Schedule: Day Shift |Monday - Friday | 8 hour days | Overtime Availability
- Opportunities for equipment training
- PPE provided
- Access to post-secondary scholarship opportunities for full-time employees' spouses, children, grandchildren (eligibility requirements apply).
- We promote from within! A career with a growing company
- The stability of a 100+ year old company and the spirit of an innovative and entrepreneurial organization
As advocates of equal opportunity, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We firmly believe that diversity fosters innovation and contributes to the success of Arrow.
Overview
In Business since 1919 and still growing, Arrow is a leader in bulk commodity hauling, reload operations, freight management, logistics, consulting, and technology with operations throughout Canada and the U.S.
We are looking for a General Labourer to join us and become part of our Arrow family in Fort St. James, BC.
To learn more about our Fort St. James Division please visit www.fsj.arrow.ca
For more information about Arrow please visit www.arrowcareers.ca
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labour tasks and support operations.
- Assist with site cleanliness, including sweeping, shoveling, and removal of spilled materials.
- Inspect unloading areas for hazards or obstructions and ensure they are clear before and after truck unloading.
- Basic upkeep of fleet equipment (trucks, trailers, shop equipment) including non-mechanical fixes/tasks, replenishment of of truck consumables, cleaning, washing, painting, etc.
- Follow all workplace safety policies, and compliance regulations, participate in identifying hazards.
- Maintain tidiness and organization of shop and yard.
- Comply with all rules and regulations, protocols and established metrics.
- Establish or adjust daily tasks/schedules to meet changing order priorities.
- Keep yard and equipment neat and organized.
- May be asked to travel to other terminals to assist if necessary.
- Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of yard, shop, department, or work crew.
- Ability to understand cross training on all functions at facility.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager.
You Possess
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license
- Level 1 First Aid certification is an asset
- Experience working with computers is an asset
- Strong safety mindset
- Quality oriented
- Needs to be responsible, accountable and dependable
- Demonstrates strong communication skills both verbally and written
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
- Previous experience is not necessary
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions (snow, rain, sub-freezing temps, heat, wind)
- Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule
- Can carry at least 50 lbs and swing a 10 lbs sledge hammer
- Good physical condition
- The embodiment of Arrow's Core Values: Safety, Quality, Integrity, Responsibility, Teamwork, and Fun!
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Arrow has been recognized as a Top Fleet Employer of Distinction, a SmartWay Transport Partner, a BCTA Clean Carrier, a BC Hydro Clean Energy Champion and as a Carrier of Excellence in Women's Leadership.
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