Job Description

Position Title:

Yard Equipment Operator

Location:

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Operating Unit:

Empower Environmental Solutions - Calgary

Reports to:

Process Shift Supervisor

Shift hours:

Monday to Friday, 7.00/8.00 AM to 3.30/4.30 PM and additional time as required. Permanent position.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Summary:

This hourly role is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of assigned process and packaging equipment within specified operating conditions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include but are not limited to the following (Management reserves the right to add or modify the duties and responsibilities at any time.)

Support and participate actively in all site-level HSE initiatives.
Understand and follow Company safety policies, site procedures, and relevant Alberta OHS legislation and execute safe work procedures and standard operating procedures properly.
Develop situational awareness, practice risk mitigation, complete FLHAs, JHAs, etc., report all incidents promptly, and ensure thorough and accurate documentation of worksite inspections and compliance activities.
Receive raw material inventory, monitor process equipment and system in assigned areas, and conduct in-process inspection and finished goods' sampling and testing as required.
Load/unload materials onto/from trucks, verify the quality of inbound materials, ensure the security of outbound loads, and stage materials appropriately for safe and timely transfers.
Perform general yard cleanup and seasonal yard maintenance and support other departments and functions as required.
Report any variances affecting quality (damages or other deficiencies) to the process shift supervisor or designate and support troubleshooting efforts to implement corrective and preventive actions.
Monitor necessary raw material inventory and support the process shift supervisor to fulfill business demands and ensure that KPIs are achieved safely.
Maintain accurate and complete documentation including equipment inspection checklists, process records, etc., and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and manufacturing targets.
Maintain a clean work area and report issues promptly for resolution.
Be able to support and cover another shift and work overtime and weekends if required.

Key Qualifications

(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Three years' experience operating powered mobile equipment (wheel loader, skid steer, forklift, and excavator).
Three years' experience in manufacturing, waste management, or environmental services is preferred. Experience operating any process machinery is an asset.
Experience supporting HSE initiatives and/or membership in OHS committees are assets.
Have mechanical aptitude, be able to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues, and collaborate with maintenance personnel when applicable.
Capable of lifting heavy items and performing physical tasks as required.
Able to operate powered mobile equipment and follow necessary safe work procedures.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Required Abilities, Knowledge and Experience

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.

Safety:

Individual must have sound and proven safety record demonstrating a clear understanding of safety diligence and motivation to establish a safe work environment.

Interpersonal Skills:

Ability to present issues clearly and concisely in individual and group settings. Ability to professionally resolve conflict situations and focus on solutions to problem situations. Willingness to support others.

Planning/Organization:

Must have the ability to plan, organize, coordinate and follow-up on assignments, as well as establish standard operating procedures and ensure compliance independently and effectively, including when under stress.

Professionalism:

Approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; follow through on commitments.

Quality:

Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; look for ways to improve and promote quality and efficiency; apply feedback to improve performance; monitor own work to plan and achieve continuous improvement.

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret job related information and submit tool requests.

Mathematical and Reasoning Skills:

The ability to perform appropriate math functions pertaining to inventory control systems and maintenance disciplines. Ability to collect and accurately assemble data in a logical manner.

Essential Job Functions

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to carry/handle or feel, talk, and hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 55 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision for appropriate inspections. The employee must be able to ascend and descend stairs multiple times in a shift. Seasonal exposure to weather elements may include, but not limited to, extreme temperature, wetness, and humidity.

If a candidate cannot be located at this level, consideration will be given to another level.

Why Join Us

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunity to be a key player in a growing public company.
Dynamic and supportive work environment.
Career development and growth opportunities.
If you are a dedicated operations employee looking to make a significant impact in a growing organization, we invite you to apply for the Yard Equipment Operator position at Empower Environmental Solutions Calgary Ltd.

Application Process

Please submit a resume by

June 01, 2025

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Northstar Clean Technologies Inc. is committed to the principles of equality and diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from Indigenous peoples, minority communities, immigrants, persons with disabilities and the LGBTQ2S+ community. We will provide accommodation in all phases of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship, upon request.

Thank you for your interest. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as qualified candidate applications are received. Due to the anticipated volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

Bonus pay Overtime pay
Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Education:

Secondary School (required)
Experience:

mobile equipment operation: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

skid steer certification (preferred) forklift certification (preferred) wheel loader certification (preferred) excavator certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-01
Expected start date: 2025-06-23