Heavy Equipment Operator Compost and Off-site Operations

Since 1991, TRY Recycling Inc. has been operating as a multi-purpose facility providing collection and processing of construction and demolition waste for the province of Ontario, along with the composting of leaf and yard waste. We have earned an enviable reputation for industry leadership and product quality. Every day and in more than 24 municipalities across the province, TRY Recycling Inc. delivers made to order recycling solutions for its clients. We work with municipalities, businesses and homeowners who find doing the right thing - the right choice.

**Location**: 21462 Clarke Road North, 3544 Dingman Drive, Offsite work required

**Position**: Full-Time hours, Overtime as needed

**Hours of Availability**: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM _*Saturdays as needed*_**Job Summary**

The Operator must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by legislation, as well as company policies and procedures. The Excavator Operator must deal with residents and members of the company in a courteous and respectful manner.

**Core Competencies**
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Accountability and Dependability
- Decision making and Judgement
- Planning and Organizing
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail

**Requirements**:

- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- Certification in related field preferred
- 3 years’ experience as an Excavator Operator (preferred excavator and loader knowledge)
- Must be able to work on the road at out-of-town locations. Hotels and daily per diem is paid.
- Knowledge of operation of, Excavator, Front end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, and other pieces of heavy equipment
- Knowledge of equipment maintenance and storage
- High level of personal integrity
- Professional demeanor under stressful situations
- Confident, consistent, and decisive personality
- Must be able to work with little supervision; must be self-directed
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- Ability to work independently in a busy environment
- Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment

**Job Duties**
- Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances
- Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor to facilitate prompt correction or reporting
- Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
- Complete daily circle checks and maintain logs of working hours and of vehicle service
- Clean, lubricate and perform other minor maintenance work
- Check machinery before driving to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
- Accurate completion of work orders and timecards
- Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and operation techniques
- Maneuver the excavator into loading or unloading positions while following signals from loading crew. Make sure the vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned, fastened down and is secure.
- Supply product and proper paperwork to our customers in a courteous and timely manner
- Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance
- Ensure that any debris caused by the loading/unloading of truck is cleaned up
- Operate hydraulic pumps, safety valves, and any other necessary mechanical components
- Operate gasoline and diesel-powered units
- Complete all necessary paperwork. May include, but not limited to, daily logs, delivery receipts, vehicle inspection, hours of service, etc.
- Other duties as assigned

**Work Conditions**
- Regular Hours Monday to Friday 7:00AM- 5:00PM
- Saturday availability may be required
- Overtime as required, after 44 hours per week
- Travel to off-site locations is required on a regular basis
- Physical ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Safety equipment will be required (steel-toed safety boots
- other PPE will be provided)
- Hazards & elements associated with the trade (dust, noise, odour etc.)
- Work both indoors and outdoors
- Will be exposed to construction sites
- At TRY Recycling we are committed to workplace diversity and inclusion, therefore, we encourage all qualified_
- persons from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations are available, upon request, to all applicants with_