Posted 18 days ago
Helper
@ Foundation Building Materials
Edmonton, Alberta
Overview
Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is hiring a full-time Helper to support safe, accurate and timely loading and unloading of building materials. The role involves warehouse operations, truck loading and securing, and frequent lifting of loads around 100 pounds. Pay is $21.00 per hour base with extended health, dental, vision and an RRSP match.
Pay:
$21 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Load, unload and stage materials as customers direct
- Verify trucks are loaded and secured to C.V.O.R. standards
- Maintain a clean, safe, organized warehouse
- Take part in physical inventories when required
Requirements summary:
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- General knowledge of building materials
- Willingness to learn
- Frequent lifting of about 100 pounds
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · icims
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-20
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-29
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 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Warehouse, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 100 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Racialized people, People with disabilities, Women, 2SLGBTQ+, Newcomers to Canada |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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Foundation Building Materials
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Supplying North America with Quality Building Materials
Full company description
Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is North America's leading specialty building materials distributor, operating 370+ locations across the US and Canada. Since 2011, we've served 60,000+ customers through our comprehensive family of brands including RIS, PacSource, and Unified Door and Hardware Group. Together, we provide essential construction materials including gypsum wallboard, suspended ceilings, metal framing, insulation, and more. At FBM, we're not just in the business of providing building materials—we're in the business of building relationships. Our team members are the cornerstone of the FBM experience, embodying our commitment to service, integrity, and community. Connect with FBM to learn how we can support your construction projects with quality materials, innovative business platforms, and unmatched expertise.
- LinkedIn followers
- 19,503
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,880
- Reported office locations
- 2520 Red Hill Ave, Santa Ana, California 92705, US
- Business categories
- Building Material
- Wholesale
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Foundation Building Materials
- Specialties
- Building Materials
- Drywall
- Steel Studs
- Acoustical Ceilings
- Insulation
- Tools and Fasteners
- Stucco
- Lath and Plaster
- Insulation
- Wallboard
- Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
- Exterior Insulation and Finish System
- Logistics
- Delivery
- Building Materials
- Construction
- and Building Supply
- 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.
Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is North America's leading specialty building materials distributor, operating 370+ locations across the US and Canada. Since 2011, we've served 60,000+ customers through our comprehensive family of brands including RIS, PacSource, and Unified Door and Hardware Group. Together, we provide essential construction materials including gypsum wallboard, suspended ceilings, metal…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Wholesale Building Materials |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Santa Ana, California |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2011 |
| Specialties | Building MaterialsDrywallSteel StudsAcoustical CeilingsInsulationTools and FastenersStuccoLath and PlasterInsulationWallboard |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 13 |
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About Us
Company Overview
Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company serving the commercial and residential construction markets across United States and Canada. In conjunction with Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), a premier provider of commercial door, frame, and hardware solutions, FBM supports a broad range of construction and architectural projects nationwide.
Together, FBM and UDHG’s 8,000+ Team Members are committed to operational excellence, innovation, and employee development. By combining scale, specialty expertise, and a customer-first mindset, we deliver high-quality products and services to contractors, builders, and project teams across diverse markets. As the organization continues to grow and evolve we are investing in strong, forward-thinking talent to support our long-term success.
Overview
Position Overview
At Foundation Building Materials (FBM), we’re dedicated to delivering quality products and outstanding service to our customers across the building materials industry. As a Helper, you will be a key contributor to the success of our daily operations by supporting the safe, accurate, and timely loading and unloading of materials. With a commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction, you’ll help ensure our standards are met at every stop.
Responsibilities and Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
- Verify truck is loaded and secured in accordance with company and C.V.O.R. standards
- Unload, protect, move, and stage materials as specified by customer directive
- When required, participate in annual physical inventories
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment
- Follow all safety protocols and Canadian Center for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) requirements to maintain a safe working environment
- Use proper lifting techniques
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, safety shoes and clothing
- Frequent use of hands and arms for equipment operation, grasping and manipulation
- Frequent driving or sitting in a truck, forklift or other similar equipment for multiple hours a day
- Frequent pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying building materials weighing approximately 100 pounds, using proper lifting procedures; and occasionally pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying greater weights. Pushing and pulling carts loaded carts over various distances and surfaces. Some functions may be performed as a team
- Additional physical requirements may be needed as duties are assigned
- Support our values in the stand areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- General knowledge of building materials and a willingness to learn
Compensation and Benefits
Reports To
Branch Manager
Compensation
The listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position. The actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and cost of living in the assigned market. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.
- Base: $ 21.00 per hour
- Job Type: Full-Time
Benefits
At FBM, we’re committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work. Our excellent package includes:
- Extended Health Care
- Dental
- Vision
- RRSP match program to support your long-term financial future
- A career path designed with you in mind
Statements
Foundation Building Materials is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace across Canada.
We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and newcomers to Canada.
In accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation, we are committed to providing accommodation throughout the hiring process and employment lifecycle. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact [email protected].
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