Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution companies in North America, with a growing focus on value-added processing.  It carries on business in three segments: metals service centers, energy field stores and steel distributors.  Its network of metals service centers carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum and other non-ferrous specialty metals.  Its energy field stores carry a specialized product line focused on the needs of energy industry customers.  Its steel distributors operations act as master distributors selling steel in large volumes to other steel service centers and large equipment manufacturers mainly on an "as is" basis. For a more detailed look into the Cambridge facility check out our YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JSdxQZYkM-g

Reasons to Join Our Team!

• Competitive base salary
• Profit-sharing plan
• Benefits program
• Pension plan
• Development and Growth Opportunities
• Various incentive and recognition programs
• Bonuses

Job Summary:

Russel Metals is currently seeking a motivated individual for the position of Standard Shunt Truck Operator in our Cambridge, ON Branch. Shift: NIGHTS 11:00 pm - 7:00 am SUNDAY - FRIDAY. The primary purpose of this position is to operate a shunt truck in order to deliver trailers safely and timely from allocated bays on the property, all while maintaining material/trailers in good condition. 

The successful candidate will have the ability to drive a manual transmission. 

Due to our safety sensitive work environment, employment is conditional upon successfully passing a medical assessment including drug testing.

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate manual transmission shunt truck.
• Completes and documents circle checks of equipment prior to use (pre-shift).
• Reports any defects, deficiencies or repairs to the shift foreman.
• Assists loading of truck to facilitate efficient and safe loading and off-loading.
• Picks up material from locations on the property if required.
• Maintains good safety practices
• Once all shunts have been completed, other warehouse duties will be assigned by supervisor.
• The position will require working outdoors in the elements. Loading and unloading of trucks will be required.

Skills and Qualifications:

• 1-2 years driving experience preferred
• Must be able to perform moderate to heavy lifting/bending over an eight-hour shift.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures relevant to the position.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of load securement.
• Shunters: Knowledge of Shunt Truck Operation. Ability to drive manual transmission.
• Relevant experience with the ability to operate forklift, overhead crane, and band saw as required

Hourly Rate: $28.26 plus a .75 cent afternoon shift premium. Full rate $30.26.

Shift: NIGHTS 11:00 pm - 7:00 am SUNDAY - FRIDAY 

We are an organization that is committed to the principles of Employment Equity which includes maintaining a fair, equitable and diverse workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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