Loader Operator

Sun Gro Horticulture; Wandering River; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental and insurance plans

Matched retirement savings program

Focus on Diversity and Inclusion

Working with an industry leader

Job summary

Sun Gro Horticulture is seeking a Full-time Loader Operator at our Alberta locations, specifically in Wandering River and Avenir. The successful candidate will operate mid-size loaders and top load 53 foot trailers, while ensuring safe and efficient equipment handling.

We pride ourselves on values like quality and integrity, and we're looking for someone with at least one year of related experience. Competitive salary and benefits, including health plans and a retirement savings program, await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of related experience in a harvesting environment.
• Loader ticket required.
• Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds routinely.
• Able to walk and/or stand 50-75% of the shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate loaders and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks on equipment.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Collaborate with team to ensure efficient workflow.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Loader ticket

Job description

Loader Operator

Sun Gro Horticulture Ltd. is the leading supplier of superior quality peat moss, peat-based and bark-based Horticultural Growing Products to North American professional and retail markets. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Summary

We are currently seeking Full time Loader Operator at our Alberta sites. The primary function of this role is the ability to operate mid-size loaders and top loading 53 foot trailers.

Location

Wandering River and Avenir, AB

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Competitive health, dental and insurance plans
• Competitive matched retirement savings program
• The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on Diversity and Inclusion
• The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing

When you join us, you will be:

• Operate loaders and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance
• Maintaining safe and clean working environment while complying to company’s regulations
• Collaborate with team to ensure efficient workflow

Our Ideal Candidate

• Must have at least 1 year of related experience in a harvesting environment
• Must have loader ticket
• Qualified applicants will have good interpersonal and problem-solving skills and able to work with other trades and operators.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds on a routine basis
• Must be able to walk and/or stand 50-75% of the shift