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Waste Connections Lead Hand Heavy Equipment Operator in Blenheim, Ontario

Lead Heavy Equipment Operator Tuesday-Saturday Schedule

Tuesday-Friday 6AM-5PM; Saturday 6AM-3PM

Waste Connections of Canada the leader in non-hazardous solid waste management in North America is looking for an experienced leader and HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR for the Ridge Landfill in Blenheim, Ontario.

Position Summary: Leadership, safety, and potential for growth.

Seeking a safe and proficient heavy equipment operator to perform various functions related to the daily placement, compaction and covering of non-hazardous solid waste. Our Lead Hand must be an effective leader who can motivate their team to operate efficiently with safety at the forefront of every decision.

Salary: $39/h , overtime after 44 hours

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of experience as a heavy equipment operator and demonstrated leadership

  • Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively in different styles and contexts

  • Experience in the safe and efficient operation of: dozer, articulating dump truck, excavator, loader and grader, etc.

Responsibilities:

  • Know and embrace the company’s operating values

  • Daily placement, compaction and covering of waste

  • Grow and promote the site’s safety culture

  • Operate heavy equipment in a proficient and safe manner, while avoiding preventable damage to equipment

  • Communicate verbally and in writing with the scale and the shop as required, in a clear and courteous manner

  • Complete all applicable reports and paperwork timely and correctly

  • Continually provide a high level of customer service

  • Create an environment where the customer feels welcomed

  • Daily communicate via Daily Inspection Reports any defects or repairs needed

  • Perform all fluid level checks, fueling, greasing, undercarriage cleaning, etc. as required

  • Productively operate heavy equipment in a safe manner

  • Keep equipment maintained daily, and clean of debris

What’s In It for You?

You will be joining a team environment and colleagues who embrace a “work hard, play harder” culture. Our compensation package is competitive, and comes with excellent benefits. You’ll also be associating yourself with a company that likes to lead by example, through a strong presence in our local communities, charitable giving, sustainability initiatives and more.

Waste Connections of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who require accommodations throughout the recruitment process should contact the Recruiting Department

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