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Load Builder

@ Dicks Lumber

Surrey, British Columbia

Full-time1+ years experience
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Overview

Dick's Lumber in Port Kells, BC is hiring a full-time Load Builder to assemble customer orders, load delivery trucks and operate a forklift in a busy yard and warehouse. The role requires a current forklift certification, at least one year of forklift experience and the ability to lift over 25 kg. The posting states pay of $25.00 to $30.00 per hour and a benefits package with health and dental coverage, a company pension plan and paid time off.

Responsibilities:

  • Assemble customer orders for pick up and transport
  • Operate a forklift to load delivery trucks and receive inventory
  • Verify receiving with packing slips and pre-receiving paperwork
  • Process returns and report inventory adjustments
  • Maintain a clean and orderly yard and warehouse

Requirements summary:

  • Current forklift certification
  • Minimum one year of forklift operating experience
  • Ability to lift over 25 kg
  • Fluent English, spoken and written
  • Basic math skills
  • Strong attention to detail and organization

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalRetirement planPaid time off
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Employer posting date
2026-10-14
First seen by our source
2026-10-14
Source record updated
2026-10-14

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentTransportation & driving
Experience1+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingWarehouse, Outdoors
PositionOn the move
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsForklift certification
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan

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Dicks Lumber

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Much More Than Just a Lumberyard It's Where the Builders Buy! "Serving Alberta & British Columbia"

Full company description

Dick's Lumber has been providing Lumber and Building Materials to its customers throughout British Columbia and the world. We’re committed to high quality products and service to support Residential & Commercial Construction, Industrial Applications, Property Management and much more. More than just Lumber, we have everything you need to get it done right. If it’s not in stock, a Dick’s Lumber Sales Professional can special order whatever your project requires.

LinkedIn followers
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People associated on LinkedIn
236
Reported office locations
  • 2580 Gilmore Ave, Burnaby, BC V5C 4T5, CA
  • 160 Hanes Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7P 2L8, CA
  • 12433 80th Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 3A4, CA
  • 19550 92 Ave, Surrey, British Columbia V4N 4G7, CA
  • 3005 Ogden Rd SE, Calgary, Alberta T2G 4N5, CA
  • 3111 76 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta T6P 1T4, CA
Business categories
  • Construction
  • Building Material
  • Service Industry
Other recorded names
  • Dick's Lumber & Building Supplies
  • Dick's Lumber
Specialties
  • Lumber
  • Building Supplies
  • Teamwork
  • Diversity
  • Sales
  • Management
  • Relationship
  • Customer Service
  • and Product Knowledge
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Reported total investment
0

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

Dick's Lumber has been providing Lumber and Building Materials to its customers throughout British Columbia and the world. We’re committed to high quality products and service to support Residential & Commercial Construction, Industrial Applications, Property Management and much more. More than just Lumber, we have everything you need to get it done right. If it’s not in stock, a Dick’s Lumber Sales Professional…

FieldValue
IndustryWholesale Building Materials
Company size201-500 employees
HeadquartersBurnaby, BC
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded1964
SpecialtiesLumberBuilding SuppliesTeamworkDiversitySalesManagement RelationshipCustomer Serviceand Product Knowledge
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Job description

Dick’s Lumber in Port Kells, BC is looking for an organized, detail oriented, team player with a positive attitude to join our team as a Load Builder.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Accurately assemble orders for pick up and transport.
  • Safely operate a forklift to build orders, load delivery trucks, receive inbound inventory and other tasks as needed.
  • Assist customers as required.
  • Verify receiving using “Pre-receiving paperwork” and “Packing Slips”. Tagg products and place in the appropriate homes.
  • Document and process return ensuring merchandise is in sellable condition.
  • Ensure required inventory adjustments are reported.
  • Complete the forklift inspection form and perform daily maintenance.
  • Ensure all lifts are piled evenly with no leans and compliant with safety standards.
  • Work with team members to ensure stock is properly rotated.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly yard and warehouse as directed. Following clean as you go principles.
  • Perform other job-related duties as required including but not limited to snow plowing, container moving, yard maintenance and any other specialized moves that would require heavy equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Current Forklift Certification.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience operator a forklift
  • Manual dexterity to operate the forklift and the ability to lift over 25 kgs.
  • Fluent in English (spoken and written) with excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Basic functional math skills with the ability to add, subtract, multiply or divide without the function of a calculator.
  • Experience and knowledge in this or a related industry is an asset.
  • Good knowledge of safe working procedures.
  • Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • Professional, courteous and punctual with a focus on customer service.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Exposure to dust, dirt and extreme changes in temperature and weather.
  • Moderate exposure to personal risk; safety boots are required.
  • Busy, high volume environment.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, a company pension plan, and paid time off. Our program is designed to support employee well-being and provide long-term security.

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