Bloomington - Heavy Equipment Operator; Lead Hand

Heavy Equipment Operator (Lead Hand)

Location: 1351 Bloomington Road, Richmond Hill

Position Type: Contract Full-Time (June to December 2026)

Reporting To: Operations Manager

Start Date: Immediately

Hours: Monday to Friday, 2:00pm to 12:00am with alternating Saturdays, 7:00am to 3:00pm. Fridays preceding a scheduled Saturday shift, the hours will be 11:00am to 9:00pm.

Compensation: $21.00 plus $1.00 lead hand incentive plus $1.00 shift premium per hour ($23.00 per hour)

The Heavy Equipment Operator (Lead Hand) will be responsible for operating the Front-End Loader, Screeners, and other composting equipment while providing day-to-day leadership and direction to site employees. This role supports efficient processing of materials, equipment maintenance, employee training, and overall site operations.

• Adhere to Miller Waste Systems safety protocols and be familiar with the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Operate the Front-End Loader, Screeners, and other composting equipment as assigned.
• Delegate daily tasks and provide direction to site employees to ensure operational efficiency.
• Responsible for the timely and efficient processing of materials daily.
• Supervise, train, and mentor new employees.
• Perform loader pre-operational inspections and report equipment deficiencies.
• Work cooperatively with equipment operators, staff, customers, and management.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within daily operations.
• Perform general shop maintenance and housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Assist with additional operational and maintenance tasks as assigned by management.
• Work flexible shifts, including weekends, holidays, and extended hours as required.

• Preference will be given to individuals who have completed a Loader Operator Certificate.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Previous heavy equipment operating experience is required; experience with composting operations is considered an asset.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance and loader pre-operational inspections.
• Experience leading, training, and directing employees in a team environment.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Successful candidates will be mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and possess a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work alternate shifts for training purposes, as well as weekends, holidays, and overtime when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Posting closing date: This posting will remain active until it has been filled.

Miller Waste Systems is committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

We are committed to providing people with disabilities with equal opportunities and standards of goods and services and are fully compliant with applicable provincial Disabilities Acts.

Miller Waste Systems strives to be an employer of choice. As a proudly Canadian, privately owned and operated waste company we have over 65 years’ experience of providing quality service to all our customers. We have been successful in achieving this goal by providing a family and employee centric environment at all our locations. We provide industry leading work environment and compensation, benefits, and pension programs.