Yard Assistant

Do you prefer working with your hands while learning and assisting with a wide variety of tasks? Are you passionate about providing Peace of Mind? Are you looking to be a part of a growing team and company? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Yard Assistant!

Beacon Lite is one of the top providers of traffic control equipment and services. We are a fast-paced, growing business, with over 50 years of traffic control experience. Locally, we have operations in Ottawa, Gatineau, Kingston, and Sudbury with over 250 employees between our 4 locations.

Beacon Lite has merged with the Universal Group, an industry leader who was recognized as one of Canada's best-managed companies in 2024, in Traffic Control Personnel, Traffic Management Planning, Traffic supplies, Occupational Health and Safety Training, Landscaping, and Staffing services. We offer an entrepreneurial environment with opportunities for job advancement and continued education.

Position Overview:

The Yard Assistant will support all rental operations in the warehouse and yard. They are responsible for working directly with the rental office and Yard Supervisor while working collaboratively with the warehouse staff, municipal staff, and maintaining efficient rental operations in the warehouse and yard. They support the proper organization and storage of products, assist with loading and unloading vehicles, and ensure adherence to company policies. They will also deliver and retrieve any traffic control material as assigned by the Yard Supervisor and/or the Office Manager.

What you will be responsible for: 

Inventory and Warehouse Operations:
 

• Spot check inventory on trucks coming in and going out
• Identify deficiencies with orders and report them to the Yard Supervisor
• Ensures that items are returned to the proper location in the proper order
• Support organization in the yard by ensuring products and signs are safely and neatly stored
• Ensure rental items are stocked to minimum levels

Technical Support and Assistance:
 

• Assist technicians with loading and unloading vehicles
• Assist with deliveries and retrieval of Traffic Control Equipment

Communication and Compliance:
 

• Communicate solutions, suggestions, and ideas to the Yard Supervisor
• Ensure inventory controls by following administrative protocols
• Follow all health, safety, and security rules/procedures
• Perform effectively as a member of the team
• Act as a company representative and set an example for other team members

What you get from us:
 

• Extended Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits upon completion of probationary period
• Bi-weekly vacation pay and 2 weeks of vacation time
• Wellness Program/EAP and Corporate Discounts
• RRSP/DPSP with 3% matching after 6 months
• A fantastic corporate culture where you will feel supported and recognized for your work
• A growing organization with room for development and advancement

What we need from you:
 

• Valid G class driver's license, your own vehicle, and a clean driver's abstract (Required)
• Available to work full-time Monday - Friday from 5am - 3pm (Required)
• Have strong verbal and written English communication skills (Required)
• Vision and hearing abilities that allow to perform all work requirements safely (Required)
• Ability to regularly lift up to 100 lbs. with good overall physical stamina (Required)
• Ability to work in various inclement weather conditions (heat, snow, rain, etc.) (Required)
• You will be required to provide your own CSA Grade 1 (green label) work boots with a minimum 6 inch cuff and electrical shock resistance (white label with omega symbol)
• Forklift training/certification (Asset)
• Experience towing a trailer (Asset)
• Ability to maintain composure and exhibit grace under pressure
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues efficiently and make sound decisions
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
• Strong organizational skills to maintain order in the yard and warehouse
• Strong commitment to following health, safety, and security rules/procedures.

Why Universal Group?

The Universal Group is driven by our purpose to provide Peace of Mind to both our clients and team members. Our people embrace our core values of being 'Passionate, Authentic, and Driven' in everything we do and in every decision we make every day. They are the fabric of who we are and, without question, the reason for our success and continued growth.

The safety of our team members and the public drives us daily.

The Universal Group is an industry leader in traffic control services, traffic management planning, traffic equipment supply, landscaping, temporary labour and occupational health and safety training. We are a one-stop shop, as our full suite of services ensures that we can manage projects from conception to completion.

For more information about the company, please visit our Indeed Profile! 

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Universal Group is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. 

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.

Apply today; we can't wait to hear from you. Come grow with us!

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