Equipment Operator - Arrow Environmental - Princeton

Arrow Transportation Systems Inc; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation firm is seeking an Equipment Operator at its compost facility in Kamloops, BC. The role involves operating heavy machinery, performing maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety practices. Ideal candidates have experience with loaders and excavators, a positive team attitude, and a strong safety mindset. Full benefits and competitive pay starting at $30/hr are offered, with opportunities for training and advancement.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Full Benefits including dental and vision care

RRSP matching program

Onsite training

Opportunities for career advancement

Year round work

Qualifications

• Previous relevant experience operating front end loaders and excavators.
• Positive team attitude and a strong safety mindset.
• Ability to lift 50lbs and work outside in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, screeners, and graders.
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment.
• Inspect and verify product condition to ensure compliance with loading procedures.

Skills

Operating front end loaders

Excavators

Routine maintenance

Team attitude

Safety mindset

Mechanically inclined

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Job description

Overview

Over 100 years in business, the Arrow Group of Companies has led the way in developing service focused transportation solutions by working with a broad range of customers, hauling a wider variety of products, and expanding our presence throughout Canada and the United States. Arrow is an industry leading transportation, distribution and materials handling organization.

We are looking for Equipment Operators at our Ingerbelle compost facility located at Mine Hill Brake Check in Princeton, BC.

Great people work here!

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We Offer

• Competitive Pay : $30 -$32 / hr
• Full Benefits including dental, life insurance, pharmaceutical, vision care, chiropractor, massage, EAP, and more....
• Opportunity to join an RRSP matching program
• Year round work
• Onsite training
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Hours : 40-50 hours per week; afternoons and weekends are required
• Start date : March 2024

As advocates of equal opportunity, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We firmly believe that diversity fosters innovation and contributes to the success of Arrow.

Responsibilities

As an Equipment Operator, you will :

• Operate heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, screeners, and graders based on qualifications.
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment.
• Inspect and verify product condition to ensure cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures.
• Provide internal and external Customer Service excellence.
• Work in adherence to all safe work practices, procedures, as well as all regulatory requirements.
• Provide feedback to employer on working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of yard,shop, department, or work crew.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor / manager.

You Possess

• Previous relevant experience operating front end loaders and excavators
• Screener and grader experience is an asset
• Experience with routine maintenance operations
• A positive team attitude
• A strong safety mindset
• Mechanically inclined
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment as a member of a team
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Experience working with computers is an asset
• Must have reliable transportation