Wheel Loader Operator

Entwistle Concrete Products Ltd. is looking to hire 2 to 3 Seasonal Wheel Loader Operators for our wash plant operations located just north of Hwy43 near Glenevis, AB. Operators will be required to keep wash plant fed with material, load trucks, and help with general maintenance. The plant will run Spring through Fall, Monday to Friday, with dayshift operating from 6am-4pm, and evening shift operating from 4pm to 2am. Shift may run Saturdays if production quotas are not being met. Rotations of 2 weeks of dayshift, 2 weeks of evening shift. A minimum 2 years of experience operating a loader is required. Experience in the aggregate industry considered an asset. After a 3 month probation period, health benefits may be available.

Responsibilities/General Duties

• Fully trained in the operations and capability of a front end Wheel Loader
• Assist the plant operator with the daily operations and upkeep of the plant.
• Performing repair/maintenance on the plant under the direction of plant foreman or lead hand.
• May require considerable physical activity, must be capable of heavy lifting, bending and twisting
• Assist with a variety of job operations
• Ensure the safety of company personnel, the community, and environment
• Responsible for completing daily equipment checklist
• Monitoring and ensuring accurate weights
• Monitor material production within specifications
• Ensure consistent feed to maintain a quality product
• Create an atmosphere of teamwork
• Seek out and implement Best Practices

Safety & Environment

• Adhere to all company safety and environmental practices and policies – training provided
• All spills must be first contained and the proper authorities notified immediately thereafter (follow written procedure)

Maintenance

• Operate and perform routine maintenance on their loader including, includes washing and cleaning the operator’s cab inside and out, greasing, refueling, changing oil and filters, and maintaining all fluid levels
• Responsible for updating and maintaining all equipment service records for any piece of equipment operated, keeping accurate and thorough records of the maintenance performed, the hours on the unit, date, time, etc.; complete proof of regular service may be required

Competencies

• Safety Oriented
• Able to lift 55 lbs
• Able to work in a fast paced, high production environment
• Willing to work overtime and shifts when needed including possible Saturdays
• Able to work unsupervised
• Able to work well with others
• Good communication skills
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License
• Min 2 years of experience operating a loader
• Mechanically Inclined

How to Apply
Please apply for this job only in the manner specified by the employer. Failure to do so may result in your application not being properly considered for the position.

-Through the Indeed website

-In Person between 9:00 and 16:00:
7318-Hwy16
Entwistle, Alberta
T0E 0S0

-By E-mail: info@entcon.ca

Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 6-7 months

Salary: $28.00-$32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 50 – 60 per week

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Loader operation: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-17
Expected start date: 2024-04-29