Posted 5 days ago
Material Handler
@ FortisBC
Burnaby, British Columbia
Overview
FortisBC is hiring a full-time temporary Material Handler for six months at $43.60 per hour, under IBEW affiliation. The role receives, stores, issues and ships gas materials and equipment, operates material handling equipment, and keeps inventory records. The posting states a BC Class 5 licence, forklift experience, and short-term incentive eligibility; it is not a remote role.
Pay:
$43.60 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Receive, unload, inspect, store and issue equipment and materials
- Take inventory and perform housekeeping
- Perform minor maintenance, repairs and assembly
- Operate material handling equipment
- Perform administrative duties and contact suppliers
Requirements summary:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current BC Class 5 driver's licence
- Demonstrated ability to operate forklifts
- Physical ability to lift, carry and place materials
- Computer literacy and data entry skills
- Knowledge of natural gas materials and terminology
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-02
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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 | Supply chain & logistics |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none |
| Work setting | Warehouse, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus |
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FortisBC
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Energy for a better BC
Full company description
FortisBC is a Canadian-owned company based in British Columbia. We deliver natural gas, electricity and propane safely, affordably and reliably to customers across the province. Together, our more than 2,700 employees meet the energy needs of nearly 1.3 million customers, including 135 cities and towns, and 58 First Nations communities across 150 Traditional Territories. Beyond providing energy, we support the communities where we live and work by investing in grassroots community projects through our Community Investment Program. As an employer, we emphasize occupational health, safety and wellness while striving to attract a spectrum of talent and fostering working environments where multiple perspectives are welcomed and valued. We promote a culture of belonging where employees can connect and grow, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we live and serve. Check our progress to see how we’re striving to ensure safe, affordable and dependable energy infrastructure built for reliability and resilience.
- LinkedIn followers
- 63,175
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 2,371
- Reported office locations
- 16705 Fraser Highway, Surrey, British Columbia V4N 0E8, CA
- 1975 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7V7, CA
- 1290 Esplanade Ave., Trail, British Columbia V1R 4T2, CA
- Business categories
- Energy & Utilities
- Energy, mining, utilities
- Other recorded names
- FortisBC
- Specialties
- natural gas
- electricity
- propane
- geothermal
- district energy
- energy solutions
- natural gas for transportation
- liquefied natural gas (LNG)
- renewable natural gas
- and compressed natural gas (CNG)
- 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.
FortisBC is a Canadian-owned company based in British Columbia. We deliver natural gas, electricity and propane safely, affordably and reliably to customers across the province. Together, our more than 2,700 employees meet the energy needs of nearly 1.3 million customers, including 135 cities and towns, and 58 First Nations communities across 150 Traditional Territories. Beyond providing energy, we support the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Utilities |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Surrey, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | natural gaselectricitypropanegeothermaldistrict energyenergy solutionsnatural gas for transportationliquefied natural gas (LNG)renewable natural gasand compressed natural gas (CNG) |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 92 |
| View page |
Branch: Gas
Affiliation: IBEW
Employment Status: Full-Time Temporary
Salary: $43.60 Hourly
Short-term Incentive Eligible: Yes
Workplace Flexibility: No
Temp Duration: 6 months
Posting End Date: Open until filled
As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.
We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.
Responsibilities
Receives, unloads, inspects, records, stores, issues, loads, and ships equipment and materials as required or assigned. Takes inventory; performs housekeeping duties; minor maintenance, repairs and assembly; operates material handling equipment; and performs administrative duties as required or assigned. May be required to contact suppliers.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, or equivalent.
- Holder of a current BC Class 5 Driver's License.
- Demonstrated ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
- Physical ability to lift, carry and place materials, equipment and supplies.
- Ability to learn and retain computerized inventory control training and procedures.
- Demonstrated computer literacy in the use of personal computers, including data entry skills.
- An understanding of natural gas materials, their use and terminology.
- The ability to learn, retain and pass W.H.M.I.S/T.D.G requirements and testing.
- Ability to organize and administer work functions.
- Demonstrated ability to accurately and neatly complete and process all required forms, documents and reports.
- Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
- Conduct work in a manner that prevents injuries and incidents, and contributes to FortisBC's safety culture. Maintain knowledge and understanding of safety policies, practicies and procedures. Lead by example by putting safety first at all times.
Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive, and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.
To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC, please visit the You’re Applying. What now? page for additional information.
FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.
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