Foundation Building Materials
Helper
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Company Overview
Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company that serves the commercial and residential construction markets across North America. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, FBM provides a wide range of construction products and services to contractors and builders. Based in California, FBM has more than 7,000+ Employees and 400+ Locations across the United States and Canada. FBM's Core Values of Safety First, Customer Driven, Valuing Our People, Integrity and the Pursuit of Excellence form the foundation for an excellent Customer experience that is recognized across the industry.
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
Warehouse Operations & Maintenance
- 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
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Safety
- 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
Physical Job Requirements
- 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
Miscellaneous
- 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
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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: $22.00-23.00 per hour (UNION)
- 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 talent@myfbm.com.
Salary Range
- Min: CAD $22.00/Hr.
- Max: CAD $23.00/Hr.
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