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The Loraas Landfill is seeking a permanent full-time equipment operator to join its team. Equipment to be operated includes compactors, loaders, excavators, dozers, rock trucks, graders, shredders and grinders, and more.
Duties:
Operate heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
Adhere to all safety procedures and policies according to company Safety Manual and OH&S Regulations.
Perform daily safety and maintenance checks and report any issues or items of concern found.
Clean heavy equipment as scheduled or required.
Directing traffic in and around the material delivery areas.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
1-2 years of experience operating equipment
Certificate(s) in Heavy Equipment Operation an asset
General mechanical aptitude/experience in basic daily maintenance of heavy equipment required
Safety conscious, able to work safely in sometimes challenging conditions
Farm background considered an asset
Good communication skills
Enthusiastic, hardworking, friendly attitude- Mature outlook on life
Able to adapt to new situations
As a condition of employment, all new employees to safety sensitive positions must successfully pass a substance test within a two week period of their hiring date. A criminal record check will also be required.
We offer:
Family/team atmosphere where staff are valued and appreciated
Well-maintained equipment and facilities
Competitive industry wage rates with annual review
Annual bonus incentive based upon performance and annual evaluation
Blue Cross Benefits Plan (coordination with NIHB as secondary provider available)
Pension Plan with increasing employer contributions with years of service
Health and Wellness spending accounts after 2 years of service
Opportunities for learning, advancement, personal growth, and challenge
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Valid driver's licence
- Public transportation is not available
Additional Skills
- Prepare accident reports
- Complete onboard and other logs
Specific Skills
- Perform minor repairs to equipment
- Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment
- Operate heavy equipment
- Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
- Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
Type of Heavy Equipment Operated
- Scraper
- Loader
- Forklift
- Front end loader
- Compactor
- Backhoe excavator, loader
- Grader
Type Of Work Experience
- Sloping and banking
- Rough grading
- Haul road maintenance
- Fine grading and finishing
- Excavating
- Ditching
- Backfilling
- Slope grooming
- Snow removal
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Drug test
Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Work Site Environment
- Outdoors