Recycling Forklift Loader/Operator

GFL Environmental Inc.; Alberta; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Recycling Forklift/Loader Operator for its state-of-the-art Materials Recovery Facility in Calgary. This role focuses on operating forklifts and loaders to ensure efficient material movement while maintaining safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a Loader Operator Certification and a Class 1 CDL, along with the ability to lift heavy loads. Enjoy competitive benefits and opportunities for personal growth in a dynamic work environment. Join a company that values its people and offers a chance to make a difference in the recycling industry.

Benefits

Competitive benefits plan

Retirement Saving Options

Prioritized orthodontic coverage

Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Competitive wage

Qualifications

• Loader Operator Certification is mandatory.
• Must have Class 1 CDL with commercial driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts/loaders for material movement at the recycling facility.
• Perform pre and post inspections on machinery.

Skills

Loader Operator Certification

Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds

Commercial driving experience

Tools

Forklift

Loader

Job description

GFL Environmental is looking for a Recycling Forklift/Loader Operator for Western Canada's largest and newest Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) in Calgary, AB!

The ideal candidate will operate facility forklifts and/or loaders to assist with material movement at the recycling facility. You’ll perform daily pre-trip and post-trips inspections and turn paperwork in to the Recycling Facility Manager on a daily basis.

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!

What’s in it for you:

• Benefits : Competitive benefits plan, including: Retirement Saving Options, for future financial security
• Prioritized orthodontic and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance.
• Competitive wage.
  
  

Requirements:

• Loader Operator Certification.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• The ability to work stat holidays and weekends if needed.
• Class 1 CDL with at least 1 year of commercial driving experience.
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintaining a safe work environment by following the guidelines set forth in the company's written safety program.
• Performing pre and post inspections on all machinery that is being used during the shift, and document any defective component to the Maintenance department.
• Assist in the production, such as dumping cages when needed, moving containers and other jobs that require a forklift or loader.
• Minimizing feed downtime by keeping material on the belts
• Reporting after each shift the following statistical data: Actual time worked, Loader or Forklift inspection sheets, Manicuring bales before loading, and Loading quality bales into outbound containers
• Monitoring equipment "forklift/Loader" so necessary repairs can be made in a timely manner
• Refilling oil and coolants as required to ensure the correct fluid levels
  
  

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