Job Title

Salish Soils is currently looking for a full-time versatile equipment operator to champion our compost operations. This a full time position all year round but applicants looking for part time work are also encouraged to apply. This applicant is looking for somebody with both front wheel loader and excavator experience but those with experience with just one type of machine are also encouraged to apply. **Operator must possess:** * Minimum 2 years experience in a wheel loader * Preferred 1 year experience with an excavator * Ability to stay calm under pressure * Proven safety track record * Class 5 drivers licence * Ticket considered an asset * Knowledge in other equipment considered an asset * Knowledge in compost operations considered an asset Job Description Functional Summary Reporting to the Site Foreman, the wheel loader operator is responsible for safely and efficiently championing our compost operations. This includes flipping bays, screening, mixing, etc. Additionally, the role would be required to report to our South Coast Green Waste facility in Gibsons filling green waste bins and maintaining the site. Key Responsibilities include Safety * Attends safety meetings if scheduled. Independently follows up on safety meeting notes signing that they have read and understand what was discussed * Steel toe boots and a high visibility vest are required at all times o Safety glasses required when outside * Follows all Salish Soils policies and procedures Equipment Operator * Operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner * Champions the compost process creating a high quality product * Performs daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment including routine cleaning * Understands and follows directions from supervisor as to work area * Maintains constant communication by radio Miscellaneous * Sort through mixed C&D loads sorting the waste into different commodities * Work with the loader operator to remove waste C&D to the appropriate location when sorted * Bag compost/soil/mulch as required South Coast Green Waste * Promptly responds when a load of green waste is dumped on the pad * Fills the bins with green waste ensuring the bins are as full as possible * Keep tipping area clean * Maintain constant communication by cellphone and works with dispatch to optimize logistics Reports * Reports to C & D Supervisor/Flagship GM