Assistant Ash Crane Operator

Veolia North America; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental sustainability leader in Burnaby is hiring an Assistant Ash Crane Operator for a full-time position. This entry-level role involves supporting plant operations and maintenance, and candidates should have or be working towards a Class 4 power engineering certificate. The job requires adherence to safety regulations and operation of heavy equipment. Competitive salary offered between $34.80 and $35.80 per hour, depending on experience.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Training and coaching

Safety-oriented environment

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial settings and operations.
• Experience with trades, maintenance, or construction.
• Physical ability to perform manual tasks and work at heights or in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety and environmental standards, regulations, and policies.
• Perform plant clean-up and preventative maintenance.
• Conduct plant rounds and equipment inspections.
• Operate heavy equipment such as Dozer, Front End Loader, Fork Lift, Skid Steer.
• Support operations and maintenance teams.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Supervisory skills

Heavy equipment operation

Material handling

Education

Class 4 power engineering certification or working towards it

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Company Description

A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent.

Job Description

The Assistant Ash Crane Operator (AACO) is an entry-level position, subject to 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. The AACO will support operational, maintenance, and cleaning functions of the Plant.

Main Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety and environmental standards, regulations, and policies
• Perform plant clean-up and preventative maintenance
• Conduct plant rounds and equipment inspections
• Operate heavy equipment such as Dozer, Front End Loader, Fork Lift, Skid Steer, AWP, and Telehandler
• Support operations and maintenance teams
• Participate in preventative and corrective maintenance programs
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and take corrective actions
• Maintain operating logs according to regulations
• Communicate operational status to incoming shifts and relevant personnel
• Participate in Lock Out / Tag Out safety procedures
• Provide relief for plant operators
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Train and work effectively with other staff
• Assist at other plants if needed
• Engage in professional development activities
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience :

Class 4 power engineering certification or working towards it

Effective communication, problem-solving, and supervisory skills

Experience in industrial settings and operations

Experience with trades, maintenance, or construction

Material handling and heavy equipment experience

Work Environment

Full-time, 24 / 7 / 365 shift work. Ability to work in extreme temperatures, handle dust and airborne particles, and wear PPE. Physical ability to perform manual tasks and work at heights or in confined spaces.

Salary : $34.80 to $35.80 per hour, depending on experience and licensing.

Additional Information

Join our team to contribute to environmental sustainability, participate in large-scale projects, and develop your career through training and coaching. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and a safety-oriented environment.

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

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

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

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