Join Acden Environment - A Leading Waste and Recycling Services Team

In this role, you will be at the forefront of our mission to promote environmental responsibility by ensuring the efficient and safe collection, transportation, and disposal of waste. You'll enjoy a dynamic work environment, competitive pay, and the satisfaction of knowing your work makes a positive impact on our communities and the planet. If you're reliable, have a clean driving record, and are committed to providing excellent service, we want to hear from you! Join us in driving towards a cleaner, greener future.

Position/Term: Temporary / Local Position (Non-Camp/Non-FIFO)

Location: Syncrude, Fort McMurray, Alberta

Work Schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off; 12-hour day shifts

What's in it for me?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive wage and overtime (if available). 
• RRSP Contribution Matching Program: Start shaping your future with enrollment of Acden's RRSP matching program after completing 6 months of employment.
•  Employee and Family Assistance Program: We care about your well-being.
• Training and Development: Access our Training and Development fund to enhance your skills.
• Community Engagement: Participate in Acden’s various community, family-oriented, and holiday events.
• Comprehensive Benefits: You can enroll in our group benefits plan, which includes health, dental, vision, disability insurance, and life insurance after completing 6 months of employment.
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts provided by Acden and Perkopolis.
• Work/Life Balance: Our flexible schedule allows you to maintain a healthy balance between work and life.

What I will be doing?

• Operate various equipment such as Excavator, Wheel Loader, Bulldozer and Compactor in a safe and proficient manner.
• Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on heavy equipment; promptly document and report deficiencies to immediate Supervisor.
• Complete leachate level measurements and underdrain sampling; collect and deliver water samples, utilize water pump and relocate pump and 25lb hoses to various high-level water areas.
• Perform area maintenance duties such as but not limited to; minor repairs to roads/pads, snow removal and litter pick up.
• Operate Skid Steer and Zoom Boom to reposition and relocate waste bins.
• Receive and sort metal and wood for disposal, prepare for removal from landfill.
• Ensure that housekeeping and cleanliness of worksite and equipment are sustained.

What does Acden need from me?

• Minimum Valid Class Five (5) License is required.
• Three (3) years’ experience operating heavy equipment such as Loader, Bulldozer, Compactor, and Excavator is required.
• If selected for an interview, you are required to submit a 5-year drivers’ abstract that is not more than 30 days old.
• Ability to successfully complete our comprehensive pre-employment Drug, Alcohol, Hearing, Visual and Physical Abilities Testing is required.
• Valid Common Safety Orientation (CSO) or equivalent is required.
• Must be eligible to acquire access to all Acden client sites as required by the position.
• Strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and “safety-first” attitude is required.
• Ability to work cohesively in a team environment and independently is required.

What are the "nice to haves"?

• Class 3 license with airbrake endorsement is considered an asset.
• Previous experience in landfill/recycling operations is an asset.
• Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) Certificate in Landfill Operation Basics are considered an asset.

Acden is 100% community-owned by the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation. Acden’s success contributes directly to economic reconciliation and the independence of ACFN, helping to deliver strategic programs identified by the Nation that support health, housing, education, well-being, culture and language revitalization, job creation and sustainability.

We welcome and encourage applicants to voluntarily self-identify as members of a Canadian Indigenous Group. This information supports our commitment to diversity and inclusion within our workforce. If you are an Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation (ACFN) member, we invite you to specify your membership. Your disclosure will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

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