Heavy Equipment Operator
Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
Business Management / Project / Planning, Manufacturing / Production
- Location Richmond, BC
- Job Status Temporary - Full Time, end date March 31, 2027
- Compensation $37.46/hr
- Pension 4% of gross wages - 100% paid by Arrow!
- Benefits Full benefits include dental, life insurance, pharmaceutical, vision care, chiropractor, massage, EAP, and more... 100% Paid by Arrow
- Schedule Tuesday - Sunday, 600 AM - 400 PM
- Overtime Availability
- On-site training
- The stability of a +100 year old company and the spirit of an innovative and entrepreneurial organization
In Business since 1919 and still growing, Arrow is a leader in bulk commodity hauling, reload operations, freight management, logistics, consulting, residuals management, and technology with operations throughout Canada and the U.S.
Arrow Environmental is looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator, at the Ecowaste Landfill Soil Facilities in Richmond and Abbotsford. The Equipment Operator Site Attendant will work primarily at the Richmond location but may need to transfer to the Abbotsford location to assist when needed.
As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will primarily be responsible for operating loader, excavator, rock truck, and screener heavy equipment to fabricate, load, and apply soil.
- Operate heavy equipment (loader, excavator, processing equipment, etc.) to mix biosolids, wood fibre and sand
- Assist with road prep, sanding and watering to ensure the facility is accessible and maintained all year round
- Communicate with drivers regarding unloading locations predetermined by supervisor/manager
- Support inventory control (inbound/outbound/on ground) and accurately document load slips
- Comply with all rules and regulations, protocols and established metrics
- Follow all workplace safety policies, compliance regulations, and participate in identifying hazards
- Perform daily routine maintenance on equipment
- Provide internal and external customer service excellence
- May be asked to travel to other facilities if necessary
- Ability cross training on other functions at facility
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager
- A minimum of 1 year of equipment operating experience (Excavator, Loader, Processing Equipment)
- Minimum 2,000 hours of excavator experience
- Mechanically inclined with experience with routine maintenance operations
- Exceptionally high level of hand-eye coordination
- Experience working with computers is an asset
- Valid drivers license and reliable transportation
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment as a member of a team
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
- Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule
- Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
- Demonstrates strong communication
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
- Quality oriented and strong attention to detail
- Needs to be responsible, accountable and dependable
- Good physical condition and able to carry at least 50 lbs
- Embodies Arrow’s Values Safety, Quality, Responsibility, Teamwork, Integrity and Fun!
Arrow has been recognized as a Top Fleet Employer of Distinction, a SmartWay Transport Partner, a BCTA Clean Carrier, a BC Hydro Clean Energy Champion and as a Carrier of Excellence in Women's Leadership.
About the company
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Arrow trucks have traveled the North American landscape since 1919, playing an integral role in supporting the industrial engine of economies on both sides of the border. What started off as a single truck trucking company named Kitsilano Auto Express, has evolved into one of the oldest and most respected transportation and distribution companies in the country.
Over the last 100 years, the company has become highly diversified, leading the way in developing service-focused transportation solutions. Today, Arrow employs more than 1,100 people, working in truck transportation, logistics,
marine services, manufacturing, transportation technology, facilities management, civil construction (environmental), and product distribution.
Whatever your transportation and materials handling requirements are, we are confident that we have a solution that will meet your needs.
For more information please visit http://www.arrow.ca
For current employment opportunities please visit http://jobs.arrow.ca