General Laborer

General Laborer

Apply with Veolia | North America

A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery.

VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent.

The General Labourer is responsible for assisting the haulage drivers at the start of shift, emptying of bins using a counterbalance forklift and performing a variety of routine cleaning, maintenance and repair to tanks, drains, culverts, grounds, buildings, and associated structures.

• Assist haulage drivers at start of shift.
• Using forklift, monitor and emptying of bins.
• Assist on conveyor belt clean‑ups.
• Janitorial duties throughout the plant.
• Maintain clean processing floor area.
• Assist maintenance department as required.
• Record daily instrument readings.
• Assist machine operators, loader operators as required.
• Clean work areas and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

• Graduate with a minimum post‑secondary education.
• Graduate from a Heavy Equipment Operator Program - Training in learning to maintain and proper use of heavy equipment, would be an asset.
• Credentials: (certificates, licenses, memberships, courses, etc.):
  Forklift license preferred, heavy equipment operator.
• Experience:
  
  In addition to solid General Labour experience, 1 to 2 years Telehandler and counterbalance forklift experience required.
• Must have a have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing (operational, process, safety and quality Instructions). Ability to perform basic math.
• Must be licensed to operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck.
• At least six months experience in a related position and environment preferred.
• Experience with a variety of machinery, vehicles, material handling equipment, hand and power tools preferred. Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Reading text, Document use, Numeracy, Writing, Oral communication, attention to detail. Good use of the English language. Deadline oriented. Work well with others. Good hand eye coordination. Repetitive motions required. Rotating throughout the facility as required.
• Reliable and dependable on start and finish times as it impacts the operations.

• This is a temporary mandate, offered on a full time basis.
• Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:
  Fast‑paced environment, Repetitive tasks, physically demanding, and attention to detail.
• Work Site Environment:
  Can get dusty, recycling odour.
• Transportation/Travel Information:
  Own transportation.
• Shifts (2) :
  Monday - Sunday; 6:00 AM- 2:30 PM & 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM, + Overtime; alternating shifts with two days off before rotation.

• A company in constant growth that creates the world of tomorrow.
• A multitude of large-scale projects where you can use your talent.
• Challenges to your measure and the lack of routine.
• The opportunity to develop your career to meet your professional objectives.
• Training and support programs, both internal and external.
• Very competitive compensation, pension and benefits.
• Multidisciplinary work teams and an OHS-oriented work environment.

We thank all applicants for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Disclaimer:
The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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