Assistant Ash Crane Operator

Veolia Environnement SA; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Burnaby is looking for an Assistant Ash Crane Operator to support operations in a first-class power plant. This full-time position requires candidates to have or be working towards a Class 4 Power Engineering Certificate. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, conducting inspections, and participating in maintenance programs. The role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Pension and benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Class 4 power engineering certification or working towards it is an asset.
• Experience in an industrial setting, operations, trades, maintenance, or construction.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety and environmental standards.
• Conduct plant rounds and inspections.
• Operate heavy equipment as directed.
• Participate in maintenance programs.
• Train and coach other staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Supervisory skills

Material handling

Heavy equipment operation

Education

Class 4 power engineering certification

Tools

Heavy equipment

Hand tools

Job description

The Assistant Ash Crane Operator (AACO) is an entry-level position that requires completing in-house progressive training to learn basic operations and maintenance skills in a first-class power plant. The AACO is preferred to possess their Fourth Class Power Engineering Certificate or be working towards it.

The candidate will work on a 24/7/365 shift schedule and support all operational, maintenance, and cleaning functions of the plant.

Main Responsibilities:

• Adhere to applicable safety, environmental standards, regulations, and company policies
• Perform plant clean-up and preventative maintenance activities
• Conduct plant rounds and equipment inspections
• Operate heavy equipment such as dozers, front-end loaders, forklifts, skid steers, aerial work platforms, and telehandlers
• Operate plant equipment as directed by the Shift Engineer
• Assist operations and maintenance crews as needed
• Participate in preventative and corrective maintenance programs
• Conduct inspections, analyze, diagnose equipment malfunctions, and take corrective actions
• Maintain operating logs following regulations
• Inform incoming shift personnel about plant status and issues
• Participate in the plant Lock Out / Tag Out program for safety
• Provide relief for plant operators
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Train, coach, and work effectively with other staff
• Assist at other plant locations in Merritt for short-term assignments
• Engage in professional development activities
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Class 4 power engineering certification or working towards it is an asset
• Effective communication, problem-solving, interpersonal, and supervisory skills are highly desired
• Experience in an industrial setting, operations, trades, maintenance, or construction
• Material handling and heavy equipment experience, including dozers and loaders

Work Environment:

• Full-time, permanent position with 24/7/365 shifts
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures, inclement weather, and tolerate dust and airborne particles; respirator use may be required
• Must wear safety equipment and PPE as appropriate
• Physical ability to stoop, bend, climb, reach, carry, use hand tools, and lift heavy objects; work from ladders, scaffolds, and confined spaces

Salary ranges from $34.80 to $35.80 per hour, depending on experience and licensing levels.

Additional Information:

• Join a growing company involved in large-scale projects
• Opportunities for career development, training, and coaching
• Competitive compensation, pension, and benefits
• Collaborative, health and safety-oriented work environment

We thank all applicants; only those selected will be contacted.

Disclaimer: Salary, compensation, and benefits are accurate as of the posting date and are subject to change.

Remote Work: Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills:

Quality Assurance, Communication, Basic Math, Math, Military Experience, Compliance, Mechanical Knowledge, Automotive Repair, Plastics Extrusion, Heavy Lifting, Clamp Truck, Manufacturing

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1