Posted 2 months ago
Material Handler (Heavy Forklift)
@ Walters Group
Brant, Ontario
Overview
Walters Group is hiring a full-time Material Handler at its Princeton, ON site to move steel and materials in and out of plants and yards using heavy forklifts, cranes and trailers. The work is primarily outdoors and includes load planning, shipping paperwork and safety practices. The posting states a wage of $22.00 to $29.00 per hour plus vacation, benefits and profit sharing.
Pay:
$22–$29 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Move materials in and out of plants and yards
- Operate heavy tow motors, cranes and forklifts
- Load and unload trailers to company standards
- Complete shipping paperwork and keep records current
- Follow safe work practices and perform housekeeping
Requirements summary:
- Experience operating large tow motors, all terrain forklifts and overhead cranes
- Experience organizing shipping documents
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Able to work independently
- Knowledge of health and safety policies and procedures
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-30
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Department | General labour |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Warehouse |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Tuition support, Performance bonus, Wellness |
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Walters Group
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Building Exceptional Project Experiences
Full company description
Walters Group is one of the largest structural steel fabricators in Canada and the United States. We design, fabricate, and install structural steel for commercial and industrial projects across North America, committed to being a true partner and delivering an exceptional experience on every project. Regardless of the industry, size or complexity, we always bring the same passion and commitment to every project we take on. Our ability to provide vertically-integrated services “in-house” allows us to deliver a seamless experience and control every stage of a project. From construction engineering and design-assist, to detailing and fabrication, to finishing, delivery and construction – we are with our clients every step of the way. Through our integrated network of companies, we provide products and services that complement our core business of structural steel. From industry-leading Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel (AESS) and high-end architecturally fabricated structures, to the latest in lightweight flooring technology, we’re able to bring innovative ideas and solutions to our clients.
- LinkedIn followers
- 16,755
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 339
- Reported office locations
- 1318 Rymal Rd. East, Hamilton, Ontario L8W3N1, CA
- 30 Brentwood Drive, Princeton, Ontario N0J 1V0, CA
- 395 Jones Rd, Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 5P3, CA
- 200 Horseshoe Circle, Chesnee, South Carolina 29323, US
- 40 Meadow Rd, Asheville, North Carolina 28803, US
- 330 7th Ave, 1703, New York, NY 10001, US
- 521 Plato Lee Road, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, US
- Business categories
- Construction
- Service Industry
- Industrial
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Walters Group
- Specialties
- Structural Steel Contractor
- Steel Erection
- Steel Fabrication
- Engineering
- Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel (AESS)
- Building Information Modelling (BIM)
- Steel Detailing
- and Design Build
- 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.
Walters Group is one of the largest structural steel fabricators in Canada and the United States. We design, fabricate, and install structural steel for commercial and industrial projects across North America, committed to being a true partner and delivering an exceptional experience on every project. Regardless of the industry, size or complexity, we always bring the same passion and commitment to every project we…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Hamilton, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1956 |
| Specialties | Structural Steel ContractorSteel ErectionSteel FabricationEngineeringArchitecturally Exposed Structural Steel (AESS)Building Information Modelling (BIM)Steel Detailingand Design Build |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
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Walters Group is a family-owned steel construction company that designs, fabricates, and constructs unique and complex commercial and industrial projects throughout North America. With over 65 years of experience, Walters ensures high quality results through our passion and commitment to every project. Our head office is located in Hamilton and we have multiple fabrication plants in Hamilton, Stoney Creek and Princeton. As Walters grows and expands into new markets, we are seeking to welcome aspiring and driven individuals to our team who share our passion, vision, and values.
At Walters, we build history, and we are incredibly proud of our projects, to name a few - Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, ON, the Burgoyne Bridge in St. Catharines, ON, The Bow in Calgary, AB, and the Canadian Museum of Human Rights in Winnipeg, MB.
We're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, including Canada's Best Managed and Great Place to Work Certified. We're committed to supporting and developing our teams. We also ensure a positive, safe, collaborative work environment with ample personal and career development opportunities.
If you want to be a part of our team – read on and apply. Even if you feel like you don’t meet all criteria, please give it a shot, and still apply.
Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
About the Position:
Reporting to the Team Leader, the Material Handler will be responsible for but not limited to:
- Efficient and accurate movement of materials in and outside of plants.
- Rig, hoist and move materials to and from Walters yards.
- Assists in the movement of material in the plant/property by use of primarily heavy tow motor, crane, forklift, etc.
- Ensures safe work practices are adhered to.
- Load planning and building.
- Loads and unloads trailers, as required, to Walters Standards.
- Ensures all tools and equipment are operated with care.
- Accurately fills out all required paperwork and ensures records remain up to date.
- Performs housekeeping tasks as assigned.
Work Location:
- Princeton, ON.
- Working condition is primarily outdoors.
Position Requirements:
- Previous experience operating large tow motors, all terrain forklifts, and overhead cranes.
- Previous experience organizing shipping documents.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Able to work independently.
- Knowledge of health and safety policies and procedures.
Compensation Package:
- Wage: $22.00-$29.00/Hour
- Vacation.
- Paid sick and Bereavement leaves.
- Flexible extended health and dental care packages.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- RRSP Matching.
- Profit Sharing.
- Employee Family Scholarship Program.
- Tuition support (Apprentice, Continued Education)
- Values in Action (ViA)- participating in charity events coordinated by employees. As well as team bonding activities.
Walters Group is committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
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