Labourer

ABC Recycling; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Labourer to join their team in Burnaby. This role involves processing and sorting scrap metal, ensuring safety and cleanliness in the yard. With positions available for both day and afternoon shifts, this opportunity allows you to contribute to a sustainable future while working in a dynamic environment. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you're ready to take on a rewarding role in a leading recycling company, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Extended health & dental

Healthcare spending account

Group RRSP with employer matching

Employee & family assistance program

Paid volunteer time

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy scrap yard is an asset.
• Knowledge of ferrous types and grades is essential.

Responsibilities

• Process, move, sort, and package scrap metal.
• Ensure yard cleanliness and safety standards.

Skills

Sorting and allocating ferrous metals

Forklift operation

Communication skills

General safety practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Skid steer

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Base pay range

CA$20.00/hr - CA$23.00/hr

About Us

Established in 1912, ABC Recycling Ltd. is one of the largest locally owned and operated metal recyclers in Western Canada. We exist to preserve the world’s resources, building thriving communities by accelerating metal recycling. We take pride in being at the forefront of the industry, driving positive change and contributing to a sustainable future. For over a century, ABC Recycling has served and supported clients by recovering, processing, and diverting recyclable material from our landfills. Over the course of four generations, we have fostered enduring collaborations, building strong relationships with the communities we serve. As a testament to our commitment to excellence, ABC Recycling proudly received the esteemed title of being named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies in 2023.

To stay up to date with our latest company updates, partnerships, and community initiatives, please visit our website and follow us on social media.

Position Overview

ABC Recycling Ltd. is seeking a General Labourer who will be responsible for processing, moving, sorting, cutting, and packaging pieces of scrap metal and vehicles for transport out of our Burnaby, B.C. yard. This person will also be responsible for ensuring the yard is clean and always well maintained, ensuring safety standards are met.

We currently have two positions open; one day shift beginning at 6:00 AM, and one afternoon shift beginning at 2:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Receives metals from customer and assist in unloading if required.
• Assesses and weigh various types and grades of ferrous metals.
• Maximizes mix loads of scrap from customers by sorting, high-grading and segregating accordingly.
• Ensures property, facilities, and equipment remain in good order.
• Communicates with customers and ensure they receive professional service.
• Cuts larger too thick pieces of metal into smaller marketable pieces.
• Loads and unloads trailers using a forklift.
• Drains fluids from vehicles and prepares them for baling.
• Dismantles scrap materials and remove high value metals from them.
• Ensures property, facilities, and equipment remain in good order.
• Maintains inventory controls by collecting stock location orders, printing requests, recording amounts of materials or items received or distributed through a computer.
• May also assist in counting of physical inventory.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience with sorting and allocating ferrous metals, preferably in a busy, high volume scrap yard is considered an asset.
• Thorough knowledge of ferrous types and grades and able to assess and allocate most scrap by visual inspection.
• Ability to use a forklift or skid steer is an asset.
• Knowledgeable about general safety practices.
• Willingness to work in an outdoor environment (rain or shine).
• Able to communicate professionally.
  
  

Important

We frequently operate on and service federally regulated customers that require regular and random drug and alcohol screening (including suppliers and contractors). As such, you will also be subject to an initial and then ongoing random drug and alcohol screening as a condition of your employment.

Why Work for ABC Recycling

• Make a Difference: Join us in meaningful work that has a positive impact on the environment and contributes to a sustainable future.
• Industry Leader: Be part of the largest metal recycler company in Western Canada, where industry-leading practices drive our success.
• Comprehensive benefits package: Extended health & dental, healthcare spending account, group RRSP with employer matching, employee & family assistance program.
• Volunteer Opportunities: Give back to our local communities with paid volunteer time.
• Recognition and Growth: Experience employee recognition programs and opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and thank you for your interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
  
  

Disclaimer: ABC Recycling Ltd. has recently been made aware of fraudulent job posting using our name. We will never request personal information such as banking details, birthdates, or SIN/SSN until after you have been made a job offer. We will never require payment or other funds to apply, gain employment, or receive training/certifications with ABC. If you are ever unsure about whether the job you are applying for at ABC Recycling is legitimate, you can check by emailing us at [e-mail] or going to https://www.abcrecycling.com/careers/ and clicking "Apply Now" to view our open roles (Canada only).

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