Heavy Equipment Operator | Rotating Shift |$26/HR |

About the role

As a Heavy Equipment Operator at McGill, you'll play a critical role in transforming organic waste into high-quality compost, mulch, and soil products that support healthier communities and a more sustainable environment. You'll operate heavy equipment to move, blend, load, screen, and process materials while ensuring production goals, quality standards, and safety requirements are met. This is a hands-on position for someone who takes pride in operating equipment safely, efficiently, and with attention to detail. Every bucket you move and every load you process helps turn waste into a valuable resource that supports agriculture, landscaping, and environmental sustainability.

For more than 30 years, McGill Environmental Systems has transformed organic waste into valuable compost, mulch, and soil products that support healthier soils and more sustainable communities. We are committed to Excellence, Integrity, Accountability, and Collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment including Liebherr L566 Front-End Loaders, Hyundai HL655 Front-End Loaders, Volvo EC200E Excavators, Bobcat Skid Steers, Backhoes, Grinders, Screening Equipment, and other heavy machinery
• Load, move, blend, and process organic materials
• Perform screening operations and material blending to meet production specifications
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance checks
• Identify and report equipment issues before they become major problems
• Transport materials safely throughout the facility
• Follow all safety procedures, environmental regulations, and PPE requirements
• Support production goals while maintaining product quality standards
• Work independently while contributing to a strong team environment

Requirements

Pre-Employment Assessment Requirements: To be considered for this position, candidates must successfully complete: A Computer-Based Pre-Employment Assessment, A Hands-On Equipment Skills Assessment, A background check, drug screening, and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review, if applicable to the position.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb, and work on uneven terrain; Ability to climb in and out of heavy equipment throughout the shift; Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds; Ability to push, pull, and maneuver materials and equipment as needed; Ability to work around dust, dirt, mud, noise, moving equipment, and strong odors; Ability to wear required PPE and respiratory protection when necessary.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience operating Liebherr L566 Front-End Loaders, Hyundai HL655 Front-End Loaders, Volvo EC200E Excavators, Bobcat Skid Steers, Backhoes, or similar heavy equipment
• Experience in composting, recycling, agriculture, construction, landscaping, forestry, or material processing operations preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced