Light Equipment Operator — Year‑Round, Stable & Community‑Focused

Waste Connections of Canada; Blenheim; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Retirement savings plan with company-m

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Scholarship opportunities for dependd

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Life insurance coverage

Disability insurance (short-term and/​

Job summary

Waste Connections of Canada is seeking a Light Equipment Operator at Ridge Landfill in Ontario. You will safely operate loaders, backhoes, and skid steers, support landfill operations, and maintain access roads while delivering excellent customer service to landfill customers.

The role requires 1+ years of equipment experience, a valid driver’s license, and a safety-first approach. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits are offered, with year-round full-time employment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience operating loaders, backhoes, or skid steers preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of equipment operation and preventative maintenance.
• Demonstrated safety-first attitude and ability to read and follow safety procedures.
• Ability to successfully complete all pre-employment requirements.
• Valid driver's license maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment including water truck, wheel loader, backhoe, roll-off truck and other landfill equipment.
• Manage public drop areas and transfer station truck clean-out areas.
• Provide dust suppression and fire response using the water truck.
• Maintain access roads and site surfaces with loaders and related attachments.
• Assist with litter fence placement and follow Lead Hand Operator directions.
• Deliver excellent customer service by communicating clearly with landfill customers.

Skills

Loader operation

Backhoe operation

Skid steer operation

Safety-conscious

Job description

Waste Connections of Canada is seeking a Light Equipment Operator at Ridge Landfill in Ontario. You will safely operate loaders, backhoes, and skid steers, support landfill operations, and maintain access roads while delivering excellent customer service to landfill customers.

The role requires 1+ years of equipment experience, a valid driver’s license, and a safety-first approach. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits are offered, with year-round full-time employment.