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 positively impacts 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 Title: Landfill Equipment Operator

Role Type: Temporary / Local Position (Camp provided if not local/Non-FIFO)

Location: Syncrude Basemine, Fort McMurray, Alberta

Work Schedule: 6 on/1 off; 12-hour day shifts

What’s in it for me?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive wage.

• Employee and Family Assistance Program: We care about your well-being.

• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts provided by Acden and Perkopolis.

• Community Engagement: Participate in Acden’s various community, family-oriented, and holiday events.

What I will be doing?

• Operate various equipment including; Excavator, Wheel Loader, Bulldozer and Compactor.

• Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on heavy equipment.

• Inspect and clear equipment of debris, mud, and waste that may get stuck in the tracks, grousers, wheels and rollers.

• Receive and sort metal and wood for disposal, prepare for removal from landfill.

• Sorting of various materials, road/pad repairs, and clearing equipment of debris.

• Safely operate designated equipment to optimize landfill capacity and efficiency of the site.

• Ensure that housekeeping and cleanliness of worksite and equipment are sustained.

• Communicate with leadership any delays, potential hazards, accidents, equipment breakdowns and/or maintenance concerns.

• Perform various other duties as assigned.

What does Acden need from me? 

• Valid Class Five (5) License is required.

• Three (3) or more years experience operating Excavator, and Loader is required.

• Driver’s Abstract demonstrating a pattern of safe and compliant driving behavior is required.

• Ability to obtain clearance on drug, alcohol, hearing, and physical abilities pre-employment testing is required; this role is designated as safety sensitive.

• Common Safety Orientation (CSO) or equivalent (or ability to obtain pre-hire) is required.

• Ability to work efficiently both independently and within a team environment is required.

What are the "nice to haves"? 

• Class Three (3) Licence with Air Brake Endorsement is an asset.

• Three (3) or more years experience operating Bulldozer, and Compactor is an asset.

• Alberta Landfill Operator Certification through Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) is an asset.

• Experience in landfill / recycling operations is 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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