RSW G4 - Warehouse Worker 3, Kamloops Distribution Centre

Posting Title

RSW G4 - Warehouse Worker 3, Kamloops Distribution Centre

Position Classification

RSW G4

Union

GEU

Location

Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$45,647.93 - $51,427.75 annually

Close Date

3/23/2023

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Liquor Distribution Branch

Ministry Branch / Division

Liquor Distribution Branch of British Columbia

Job Summary

Warehouse Worker 3, Kamloops Distribution Centre
RSW G4

On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required by November 22, 2021. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here.

At the Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) our vision of ‘Service. Relationships. Results.’ is all about providing a valued service, building strong relationships with our stakeholders, and achieving greater results for the province.

The LDB is one of two branches of government responsible for the cannabis and liquor industry of B.C. We operate the wholesale distribution of beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis within the province, as well as the household retail brands of BC Liquor Stores and BC Cannabis Stores.

We employ nearly 5,000 people in over 200 communities and have hundreds of career opportunities spanning our entire wholesale, retail and corporate operations – from supply chain logistics, to high-tech solutions, and everything in between. The LDB has been named one of BC’s Top Employers 12 times over for offering exceptional places to work, flexible work hours and earned days off, extended health and dental benefits, maternity and parental leave top-up payments, a pension program, in-house professional and leadership development, and subsidies for professional accreditation.

The LDB Wholesale Operations team is responsible for the registration, procurement, customs clearance, selling and distribution of liquor products for the province of British Columbia. Our stakeholders comprise approximately 800 suppliers, over 1500 retail outlets and 8000 licensed establishments. Working in collaboration with our suppliers and agents, our vision is to provide a reliable and efficient service to support the success of our customers. There are five key divisions within the business; Supply Chain, Pricing, Imports, Customer Service and Distribution. Each of our teams work closely in alignment with each other to provide a seamless customer experience and deliver our service goals.

Working out of our Kamloops Distribution Centre, the Warehouse Worker 3 operates and ensures the safe and efficient operation of a forklift/reach truck to perform receiving, replenishment, shipping and inventory control functions.

The successful candidate must be prepared to work in a multi-shift warehouse environment that requires appropriate footwear and high visibility vest. This position may require lifting liquor cases up to 30-45 lbs. to varying heights and performing warehouse duties including frequent bending and standing. A criminal record check is required.

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job description, also located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

An eligibility list for permanent or temporary future opportunities may be established.

There are three (3) vacancies on night shift available.

Position Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Required: Must be 19 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Currently certified on a forklift, or the ability to obtain forklift certification within 60 days of hire.
• Preference may be given to candidates with two (2) years of recent experience utilizing a Warehouse Management System in a distribution/warehouse environment with experience in functions such as shipping, receiving, assembly, and inventory control.

How to Apply & Application Requirements:

In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined in the Position Requirements section above. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies as outlined in the attached Job Description.

A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

For specific position-related enquiries, please contactRebecca Levick, HR Advisor atRebecca.levick@bcldb.com.

Only applications submitted using the BC Public Service Recruitment System on this website will be accepted. For more information about how to create or update your profile, please refer to the attached Application Instructions or refer to the Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca before the stated closing time, and they will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:00pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Category

Administrative Services