Skid Steer Operator

Cascades Canada ULC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Telemedicine

Employer-contributed retirement plan

Profit sharing

Employee share purchase plan

Employee Assistance Program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Cascades Inc. in Etobicoke is hiring a Skid Steer Operator for a full-time daytime shift. The role involves safe operation of a skid steer to feed materials, loading onto conveyors, and adhering to strict health and safety policies. Competitive hourly wage with benefits and profit-sharing options are offered.

Starting wage is $21.15/hr, with weekly pay and full-time guaranteed hours. Candidates should have skid steer certification and at least 3 months of related experience in a similar setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) months of related work experience.
• Valid Skid Steer training and certification.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and safely in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate receiving of materials for bale processing and operate Skid Steer to load loose product onto conveyor.
• Perform equipment inspections and report any safety defects.
• Load, grade, and sort bulk loads while maintaining housekeeping standards.
• Maintain radio contact with baler operators and coordinate baling activities.
• Follow all plant safety rules and wear required PPE.

Skills

Skid Steer operation

Safety mindset

Strong communication

Tools

Skid Steer

Job description

Requisition ID37478-Posted10/01/2026-Cascades - Recovery+ Etobicoke (GPS_CA_118)-Cascades – Recovery+ Etobicoke-Production and Manufacturing

Every day, our team takes pride in rolling up their sleeves to create products that are mindful of the environment. Join us as a Skid Steer Operator in Etobicoke and help bring materials to life in a workplace where health and safety always come first.

What’s in it for you

Taking care of our people is in our nature - so you’ll enjoy:

Starting wage of $21.15/hr, paid weekly

Day shift: 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Full-time position with guaranteed hours for job stability

Comprehensive benefits package including group insurance, telemedicine, and an employer-contributed retirement plan

Profit sharing and employee share purchase plan, so you can share in our success

Employee Assistance Program, because your physical and mental well-being matters

Referral bonus opportunities

What you’ll do

As a Skid Steer Operator, you’ll help coordinate the receiving of materials for bale processing and safely operate a Skid Steer to load loose product onto the conveyor system.

• Complete and submit equipment inspection forms and immediately report any defects that may jeopardize the safe operation of equipment.
• Load product from various storage areas in a safe and efficient manner.
• Process materials according to the Plant Supervisor’s instructions.
• Grade and sort bulk loads of loose materials.
• Maintain radio contact with the Baler Operator to coordinate baling activities.
• Load materials onto the conveyor system.
• Ensure containers and equipment are clean, free of debris, and in safe operating condition.
• Maintain clear and safe access to dumping areas for incoming vehicles.
• Escort incoming vehicles to their designated dumping area when entering the plant.
• Stockpile incoming materials to allow adequate space for unloading new loads.
• Perform traffic control duties for incoming vehicles and in-plant machine operators.
• Maintain strong housekeeping standards throughout the work area.
• Follow all plant safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment, including steel-toe safety footwear, high-visibility clothing, gloves, and other required PPE.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures when performing maintenance or cleaning activities.
• Use air hoses and other equipment safely and responsibly.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Responsibilities may change based on operational requirements.

Your strengths as a Skid Steer Operator

You are a natural fit for this role if you have:

• A minimum of three (3) months of related work experience.
• Valid Skid Steer training and certification.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Strong communication skills, including reading, writing, and verbal communication.
• The ability to work independently and stay self-motivated.
• Strong housekeeping and organizational skills.
• Reliable attendance and commitment to workplace safety.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with varying noise levels and temperatures.
• A strong commitment to health and safety in all aspects of work.

If you bring as much heart to who you are as to what you do, we can’t wait to meet you!

If you bring the same care to who you are as to what you do, we’d love to meet you!

Cascades values diversity and inclusion and considers all applications equitably.