General Labour

Emterra Group; Vernon; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Diversity and inclusion focus

Job summary

Emterra Group in Canada is seeking a General Labourer to support plant operations through safe sorting, cleaning, and material handling. The role emphasizes reliability, physical capability, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualified candidates will perform duties per safety policies, use PPE, and maintain high attendance while contributing to waste diversion and the circular economy.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods and lift up to 25 lb.
• Work well with others and follow supervisor directions.
• Able to work in varying weather conditions.
• Attend to safety policies and wear PPE as required.
• Maintain good attendance and reliability.
• Strong attention to detail in sorting and cleaning tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in a safe manner in compliance with all Company policies;
• Ensure PPE equipment is utilized;
• Inspect materials and sort items or materials into designated areas;
• Pull contaminants from sorting line;
• Perform cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeeping;
• Report system problems immediately to Supervisor;
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and surrounding area;
• Maintain an excellent attendance record and an excellent safety and work quality record.

Skills

Physical stamina

Team player

Punctual

Safety minded

Effective communicator

Independent worker

Job description

Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. organizations have been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

Job Summary

The General Labourer will perform safe and efficient sorting, cleaning, and material handling tasks to support plant operations, maintain a clean work environment, and ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards. This role is suited for reliable, physically capable individuals who can work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced, variable environment.

Position Description

• Perform duties in a safe manner in compliance with all Company policies;
• Ensure PPE equipment is utilized;
• Inspect materials and sort items or materials into designated areas;
• Pull contaminants from sorting line;
• Perform cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeeping;
• Report system problems immediately to Supervisor;
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and surrounding area;
• Maintain an excellent attendance record and an excellent safety and work quality record.

Skills & Qualification

• Must be able to perform repetitive / physical tasks for extended periods of time and lift items of up to 25lb;
• Must have effective interpersonal skills to be able to communicate, understand and respond to questions, instructions, signs, signals and safety training;
• Must have ability to work in manufacturing environment which varies based on weather conditions;
• Diversity is a key value to the organization and working collaboratively with others is a must;
• Able to work under time lines;
• Ability to work well with little supervision and take direction from direct supervisor; and
• Punctual, reliable, team player.

Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group

• Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers!
• Competitive wages!
• Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, and more depending on what you choose)!
• Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the company!
• Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow!
• Ability to have an impact and make a change!

Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case‑by‑case basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.