Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator

Arthur, ON

Permanent

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STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, and Manufacturing Operations. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.

THE ROLE

We are currently recruiting for Level B Heavy Equipment Operators for a well-established environmental and agricultural operation inArthur, Ontario.

This is a hands-on equipment operating role supporting daily operations at a large-scale composting facility. The successful candidate will primarily operate front-end loaders while also supporting general site duties, equipment maintenance, and material handling as required. Operators who demonstrate strong performance and safety awareness may have the opportunity to progress into advanced equipment operator roles.

ADVANTAGES:

• Starting wage of $26.00/hr with an automatic increase to $28.26/hr after 1 year of service
• Consistent day or afternoon shifts available (Monday to Thursday, 10-hour shifts)
• Days: 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Afternoons: 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM
• Opportunity for career growth
• Full-time permanent opportunity
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Company pension plan
• Stable and growing company with a supportive team environment
• Overtime opportunities available

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely operate heavy equipment including front-end loaders, tractors, skid steers, bulldozers, and other mobile equipment
• Perform pre-operational inspections and report equipment concerns
• Move and process compost materials while supporting site production operations
• Assist with material handling, composting processes, and general site activities
• Perform ground duties including equipment cleaning, housekeeping, refueling, and basic maintenance
• Complete daily paperwork and production records accurately
• Maintain safe, efficient equipment operation while meeting production goals
• Follow all health & safety policies, procedures, and lockout/tagout requirements
• Support team operations and complete additional duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• 2+ years of heavy equipment operating experience preferred
• Experience operating front-end loaders or similar mobile equipment
• Agricultural, construction, landscaping, waste management, or industrial equipment experience is considered an asset
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions all year round
• Safety-focused mindset with strong attention to following procedures
• Ability to perform physically demanding work and complete ground duties as required
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Valid G Class Driver’s License preferred

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