Equipment Operator (Afternoon Shift)

Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. Our organization have been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe.  With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

Shift: 2:30pm-11:00pm

Job Duties

• To operate the CAT and John Deere loader, the forklift and bobcat safely, according to the operating manual and established health and safety procedures.
• To successfully complete all equipment training and certification courses.
• To operate all baler controls for Nexgen and IPS Balers and troubleshoot and reset balers and wire tier when not functioning.
• To operate the baler safely, according to the operating manual and established health and safety procedures.
• To load the drum feeders on the tipping floor with the front end loader.
• To load the hopper at the glass plant and feed the Nexgen and IPS balers with the front end loader.
• To push up loads from recycling trucks on the tipping floor with the front end loader
• To fill supersacs with fibre or containers on the tipping floor for auditing purposes.
• To push loads of recycling through the push through bunkers to the baler.
• To load dump trailers with residue and other materials with the front end loader.
• To inspect, clean and properly store bales. This includes ensuring all bales are stored a minimum of four feet from the wall stacked 2 to a maximum 4 high.
• To inspect all bales prior to shipment and remove any visible contaminants.
• To take all required pictures of export loads with company provided digital camera and return to office staff daily.
• To sweep floors as required and maintain clean and organized loading dock areas.
• To attend safety training sessions and wear all required personal protective equipment.
• To perform daily circle checks and submit written reports to Supervision.
• To perform minor loader and forklift maintenance including blowing out the radiator, checking fluid levels and removing material from the underside of the unit. For the bobcat the back cover must be free of material at all times.
• To perform minor maintenance on rolling stock including blowing out the radiator on a daily basis.
• To keep the bale ejection area clean at all times.
• To report any problems immediately to Supervision.
• To ensure loose materials from baling process are placed in the proper bunker beside the baler and taken to the appropriate area in the plant for reprocessing.
• To report any problems immediately to Supervision.

Requirements

• Valid G class drivers license;
  Experience in operating forklift and loader is required;
• Employee must successfully complete formal training course on Forklift Truck and Loader Safety (to be paid for by the Company).
• Employee must be willing to work on Saturdays, when required.
• Employee must successfully complete in-house evaluation program to be conducted by Supervision.

Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group:

• Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers!
• Competitive wages and annual wage increases!
• Comprehensive health benefits (drug, dental, vision, LTD, life insurance)!
• Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the Company!
• Tuition reimbursement program and professional development support!
• Employee discount programs!
• Be part of an organization that wans to learn and grow!
• Ability to have impact and make change!

Are you ready to jumpstart your career by joining one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and become part of the environmental solution? If so, apply now!  We appreciate all applicants who apply however only those who are qualified, will be contacted.

Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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