Heavy Equipment Operator

Canadian Inclusion; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages and bonus

Family medical and dental coverage

Disability programs

Retirement plans

Life Insurance options

Paid vacation and statutory holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Apprenticeship and career advancement

Job summary

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. in Calgary, AB, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator (Maintenance) to load/unload ferrous materials and keep yard traffic flowing safely year-round. You will operate loaders, cranes, and related equipment, perform routine maintenance, and coordinate with scale and office staff.

Daily pre-shift checks and accurate logging are essential. Requirements include high school completion, 2 years of heavy equipment experience, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school completion or equivalent required.
• Experience operating heavy motorized equipment is essential.
• Knowledge of ferrous materials is an asset.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment for loading/unloading ferrous materials.
• Coordinate with scale operator and office staff to ensure smooth yard traffic.
• Perform preventative maintenance and pre-shift checks.
• Maintain accurate logs and records daily, weekly, monthly.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Driver's license

Knowledge of yard operations

Customer service

Communication skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator (Maintenance)

Interpro Recycling is committed to maintaining and promoting a safe, healthy and injury-free environment. It is required for all jobs.

At Interpro Recycling, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Job Description and Responsibilities

Operate and maintain heavy motorized equipment to safely and efficiently unload and load ferrous materials. Collaborate with the scale operator and office staff to unload customers and ensure a steady flow of traffic in and out of the yard, minimizing congestion. This is a year-round position.

• Operate heavy motorized equipment used in loading/unloading of ferrous material, including, but not limited to loaders, cranes, grapple cranes, shear and other equipment used to support the variety of activities essential to the yard operations

• Ensure motorized equipment is properly maintained and perform preventative maintenance as required, including fluids, filter changes, and parts lubrication

• Thorough pre-shift daily checks are crucial to the longevity of our equipment

• Accountable for loading trucks and railcars accurately (proper weights), safely, efficiently, and communicate via radio to scale personnel for confirmation of material loaded and any issues that may come up

• Unload pipe trucks and trucks with oversize ferrous materials, safely and efficiently, clean (sweep) trailers of excess material

• Stockpile/sort metals and place in the designated areas

• Maintain accurate logs and records daily, weekly, and monthly and/or as required by supervisor

Requirements

• Completion of High School and/or equivalent

• Knowledge of yard operations

• Must have 2 years of experience operating heavy motorized equipment

• Must have a valid Driver's License.

• Knowledge and understanding of ferrous metals and classifications is an asset

• Customer focus: takes responsibility for developing excellent customer service, making sure that all purchases are handled professionally and expeditiously

• Communication Skills: communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and/or via mobile radio devices

• Team Player: establishes trust with team members, stating clear expectations and recognizes group morale and acts to protect and/or build as required

• Self-motivated: initiates and takes action before being required to do so. Strong work ethic: uses time efficiently, works safely, and ensures everyone around is working safely

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities

• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost

• Short and long-term disability programs

• Competitive retirement plans

• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options

• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays

• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company

• Tuition reimbursement

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail] or call: [phone]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!