Equipment Operator Full-time Job

The City of Edmonton’s Integrated Processing and Transfer Facility (IPTF) is where waste arrives and is divided into three separate waste streams: organics processing, biofuels production and landfill. As an Equipment Operator III at our facility, you will apply your equipment operation experience to transfer waste material in a busy, high-traffic area. You will succeed in this position if you work well on a team and can communicate in a respectful and inclusive way.

What will you be doing? 

• Operate equipment such as forklift, skid-steer, AWP (Aerial work platform), loader and backhoe
• Working at heights, climbing ladders
• Perform light maintenance and cleaning of the equipment and fill out relevant paperwork for lockout/tagout work
• Identify, troubleshoot and report any equipment mechanical issues
• Support general site operations with directing traffic & other tasks
• Attend and participate in safety meetings and advise of any health and safety concerns
• Clearing plugs in the system when they occur
• Other related duties as required

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent or higher
• 2 years of experience in equipment operation, including training and experience in equipment listed above

Skills Required for Success:

• Knowledge surrounding stationary equipment 
• Lockout Tagout Training Preferred 
• Ability to operate assigned equipment skillfully, safely and in conformance with applicable laws, regulations and safety considerations
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written instructions and prepare simple work records
• Exhibits strong skills in collaboration, teamwork and fostering a positive work environment
• Ability to perform moderate manual labor in various weather and environmental conditions, including working in on uneven terrain and near dusty or allergenic materials
• Alignment to our Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework 
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments
• Alignment to our Leadership Competencies
• Applicants may be tested

Conditions of Employment:

• Compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including being fit-tested for and wearing a N95 respirator and steel-toed boots, is a requirement of this position
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
• Hours of Work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Sunday. The successful candidate must be capable and willing to work shift work. This may include mornings, afternoons & or nights. Rotating shifts may also be implemented if need be.

The City of Edmonton strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact [email protected]. 

Up to 2 permanent full-time positions

Salary:  $34.285 (Hourly)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: NC/RA

Classification Title: Equipment Operator III
Posting Date: May 07, 2024
Closing Date: May 14, 2024 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 2 - Permanent Full-time
Union: CUPE Local 30
Department: City Operations
Work Location(s): EWMC (Edmonton Waste Management Centre), IPTF Site 480, 250 Aurum Rd Edmonton T6S 1G9

Edmonton (/ˈɛdməntən/ ED-mən-tən) is the capital city of the Canadian province of Alberta. Edmonton is situated on the North Saskatchewan River and is the centre of the Edmonton Metropolitan Region, which is surrounded by Alberta's central region. The city anchors the northern end of what Statistics Canada defines as the "CalgaryEdmonton Corridor", a region spanning between Edmonton and the city of Calgary, Albertas largest city, which includes the many smaller municipalities between the two.[14]
As of 2021, Edmonton had a city population of 1,010,899 and a metropolitan population of 1,418,118, making it the fifth-largest city[15][16] and sixth-largest metropolitan area (CMA) in Canada.[17][18] Edmonton is both the northernmost city and metropolitan area in North America to have a population of over one million.[19] A resident of Edmonton is known as an Edmontonian.