Loader Operator

Sun Gro; Wandering River, L'Avenir; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health & dental plans

Matched retirement plan

Diversity and Inclusion

Industry leader

Job summary

Sun Gro Horticulture Ltd. is seeking a Full-time Loader Operator at its Alberta sites. The role involves operating mid-size loaders and loading 53-foot trailers, ensuring safe and efficient handling of materials.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year in harvesting environments, a loader ticket, strong teamwork and problem-solving skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for 50–75% of the shift. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a harvesting environment.
• Loader ticket is required.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Walk 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, clean working environment while following regulations.
• Collaborate with team to ensure an efficient workflow.

Skills

Loader operation

Safety compliance

Maintenance checks

Team collaboration

Physical fitness

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