Crusher/Wash Plant Operator

Holcim; City of Lacombe; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Holcim as a Crusher/Wash Plant Operator in Lacombe, Alberta. You'll oversee daily operations ensuring high-quality material production while maintaining compliance with regulations. This role requires strong leadership, a focus on safety, and the ability to work under pressure. Enjoy competitive hourly pay and flexible benefits as part of a company committed to sustainability and employee growth.

Benefits

Flexible Health & Dental benefits

Generous Pension Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Access to online learning platforms

Company-provided personal protective equipment

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience with crushing and mining equipment.
• Possess a Class 5 driver's license.
• Mechanically inclined with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations and coordinate with crews.
• Ensure compliance with mining and environmental regulations.
• Operate and perform routine maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Mechanical Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Crushers

Wash Plants

Conveyors

Screeners

Loaders

Job description

Requisition ID: 12789

Location:

LACOME COUNTY, AB, CA, T4L 0J6

Pay Type: Hourly

Company Overview

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers' greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

Description:

About The Role

Reporting to the Aggregates superintendent, the Crusher/Wash Plant Operator is responsible for overseeing daily field operations, and coordinating with crushing or washing crews, truckers, QC, and sub-contractors. The Crusher/Wash plant Operator is also responsible for ensuring high-quality material is produced to required specifications, completed safely, on time, on budget, and in compliance with mining and environmental regulations. Our Aggregates operations are in Central Alberta.

What You’ll Accomplish

• Safely operate and perform routine maintenance
• Control conveyors, panel boards, pumps, gauges, and dials to ensure maximum efficiency and consistency of materials being generated.
• Create and foster a positive work culture, and set clear expectations of crews for safety and production.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and lead by example.
• Schedule running and major repair work on crusher, screeners, loaders, and all other pit-related equipment.
• Endeavor to maximize equipment and tool purpose as well as confirm equipment and tools are in compliant working condition.
• Maintain a clean and efficient crushing operation and work environment.
• Ensure mining and environmental standards are met and adhered to from both the applicable governing bodies and Lafarge requirements.
• Responsible for accurate and timely entry of labour, equipment, and production information.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
  
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Education: High School Diploma

Additional Education Preferred: N/A

Field of Study Preferred: N/A

Required Work Experience: At least 2 years of experience with a variety of crushing and mining equipment

Required Training/Certifications: Class 5 driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract

Required Technical Skills: Mechanically-inclined

Travel Requirements: in and around Central Alberta

Additional Requirements:

• Strong familiarity with crushers and/or wash plants, screeners, conveyors, loaders and other associated Aggregate and or mobile heavy equipment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather, possibly night shift and out of town work, overtime and weekends if required. Job involves shift work and weekend work throughout the year.
• Ability to work under pressure and resolve conflict and interpersonal issues of the crew.
• Good communication skills and Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
  
  
  

What We Offer

• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents
• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable
  
  
  

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, will be required.

Your Holcim Experience

At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

Benefits

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Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive excellence and to ensure we create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.