Pickering - Equipment Operator – Resource Recovery (Compost)

Miller Waste System is hiring a permanent full-time Equipment Operator for their Pickering compost facility. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, adhering to safety protocols, and ensuring efficient processing of materials. Candidates should have experience with heavy equipment, basic computer skills, and familiarity with health and safety regulations. The position requires working Monday to Friday, with possible weekend shifts. Miller values diversity and inclusivity in their hiring process.
Equipment Operator – Pickering Compost

Location: 1280 Squires Beach Road, Pickering, Ontario L1W 3Z5

Position Type: Permanent Full-Time

Reporting: Site Supervisor

Hours: Monday to Friday, Saturdays as required

Hourly Rate of Pay: $22.00 per hour

About Miller Waste Systems:

Miller Waste Systems Inc. has been in operation since 1961. Miller is a leader in waste management and diversion, providing governments and industries with a wide range of services in the province of Ontario, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Manitoba. Miller has over 50 years’ experience in the waste management sector, and currently operates out of more than 30 locations.

Our people are our number one asset and together we are working towards achieving our vision to be the most trusted, most operationally excellent integrated waste provider in North America. Join us and become a part of the Miller family/team and be a part of something great, where you can make a difference.

Responsibilities:

In the position of Equipment Operator, your requirements will include but are not limited to:
• Adhering to Miller Waste System safety protocols.
• Operating the Excavator, Front-end loader, and various composting equipment.
• Responsible for the timely & efficient processing of materials daily.
• Working in cooperation with other equipment operators, staff, and customers to ensure site safety and client service is delivered in an effective and efficient manner.
• Cleaning to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
• Preference will be given to individuals who have received training in loader / heavy equipment operation.
• Must be familiar with occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Must have Heavy Equipment/Excavator operational experience.
• Previous production line experience is an asset as well as having a mechanical aptitude and knowledge of loader pre-operative checks.
• Basic computer skills.
• You may be required to work alternate shifts for training purposes, extended hours, including weekends and holidays.
• The staff are required to cover Saturdays on a rotating basis from April 1 - November 30.

Posting closing date: This posting will remain active until it has been filled.

We realize that you may not feel you have every qualification listed and that working to secure a career can be stressful. If you feel that you meet most of the company’s needs and that your passion for your work adds value to a growing company, we would still love to hear from you.

Miller Waste Systems is committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

Miller Waste Systems strives to be ‘only the best’. As a privately owned and operated Waste Company we have 50 years’ experience of providing quality service to all our customers. We have been successful in achieving this goal by providing a family and employee centric environment at all our locations. By providing an industry leading work environment and compensation, benefits, and pension programs, Miller Waste continues to grow our business.