Stocker – Costco – Gatineau, QC
Location: Montreal, QC | Company: Costco Wholesale
Based in Gatineau, Quebec, Costco’s warehouse location on Boul. Maloney Ouest is looking for a dedicated Stocker to keep the sales floor stocked, clean, and well-organised. This is a hands-on, physical role at one of Canada’s most recognised membership warehouse retailers, where your work directly impacts the shopping experience of thousands of members every week.
As a Stocker at Costco Gatineau, you’ll be responsible for maintaining high product levels on the sales floor, ensuring merchandise is correctly signed, and keeping aisles clear and safe. The role combines physical tasks like operating a manual pallet jack with member-facing interactions that require a friendly, helpful attitude. Candidates for this Gatineau location must be able to communicate in French (oral and written).
About the Role: Stocker
The Stocker position at Costco involves a wide range of warehouse and merchandising duties throughout the day. You’ll work closely with supervisors and fellow team members to follow a merchandising plan, ensuring product is pulled from steel, stocked efficiently, and displayed according to Costco’s standards. From cutting open boxes to assembling display models, no two shifts are exactly alike.
Safety is a priority in this role. You’ll follow all safety and security procedures when handling equipment such as the cardboard bailer, shrink-wrap machine, and trash compactor, and when modifying displays to ensure safe member access. Strong communication with your team and a commitment to a clean, well-maintained warehouse floor are essential to succeeding in this position.
Benefits and Salary
Costco is well known across Canada for offering competitive compensation and strong employee benefits. While specific salary details for this posting are not listed, Costco team members typically enjoy benefits such as health and dental coverage, paid time off, and employee discounts. Full details on compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
Job Details
🏢 Company: Costco
📍 Location: 1100 Boul. Maloney Ouest, Gatineau, QC J8T 6G3
📌 Job Type: Stocker
Responsibilities
As a Stocker at Costco Gatineau, your daily work keeps the warehouse running smoothly and ensures members can always find what they’re looking for. From managing merchandise on the floor to interacting with members, these responsibilities are central to the warehouse’s day-to-day operation.
- Stock and straighten merchandise on the sales floor following Costco’s merchandising standards and practices
- Communicate with supervisors and managers to establish the merchandising plan and write lists of products to be brought from steel by the forklift driver
- Operate a manual pallet jack to move and position pallets of merchandise safely throughout the warehouse floor
- Use a box knife to cut boxes for product display and accessibility, and cut twine or shrink-wrap from pallets
- Create computer-generated signs, verify correct product signage, and mark unmarked product using a marking gun
- Set up and modify display models, assembling as needed and making safety adjustments such as bolting heavy equipment and taping blade edges
- Maintain a clean sales floor by pulling loose cardboard and slip-sheets, sweeping debris, removing empty pallets, and operating the cardboard bailer and trash compactor
- Provide prompt and courteous member service, including helping members load large items, directing them to products, and sharing product knowledge
Requirements / Skills
Costco welcomes candidates who are reliable, physically active, and comfortable working in a busy warehouse environment. No prior experience is required for this role, making it an accessible entry point for those looking to build a career in retail and warehouse operations. What matters most is a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a positive attitude toward member service.
- High School Diploma or GED preferred, though not strictly required
- Bilingual in French and English (oral and written) — mandatory for this Gatineau, QC location
- Physical stamina to perform hands-on tasks including lifting, stacking, sweeping, and operating warehouse equipment throughout the shift
- Attention to detail when following merchandising standards, signage requirements, and safety procedures
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, managers, and fellow team members
- Member service focus with a willingness to assist customers in a friendly and knowledgeable manner
How to Apply
To apply for the Stocker position at Costco Gatineau, use the official application link below. Make sure your resume is up to date and reflects any relevant experience before submitting.
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Job Summary & Tips for Applying
Quick Summary & What to Highlight: This Stocker role at Costco in Gatineau is perfect for candidates who excel in physical warehouse work, attention to merchandising detail, and member-facing service. On your resume, emphasize any experience with stocking, inventory management, or retail floor work, your reliability, and your ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Since this is a Quebec location, make sure to highlight your French language skills prominently.
Resume & Application Tips: Before applying, tailor your resume to match the job description. Include keywords like stocking, merchandising, and pallet jack operation that appear in the posting. Quantify your achievements where possible (e.g., “restocked 200+ SKUs per shift” or “maintained 100% signage accuracy on assigned aisles”). Write a brief cover letter in both French and English expressing your interest in the Costco Gatineau location and your commitment to delivering excellent member service.
Interview Preparation: If selected for an interview, research Costco‘s values, membership model, and reputation as an employer. Prepare specific examples using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to demonstrate your reliability, teamwork, and physical work ethic. Common questions may include scenarios about handling a heavy workload, prioritising tasks, and assisting customers. Dress neatly and arrive 10–15 minutes early. Bring copies of your resume and be prepared to speak in French as required for this Gatineau location. After the interview, send a thank-you email within 24 hours reiterating your interest in the position.