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Site Supervisor/Heavy Equipment Operator

YORK1 - 4 Jobs
Hamilton, ON
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Full-time
Management

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About YORK1:

YORK1 is a leader in environmental and industrial services, delivering sustainable waste management solutions across Ontario. With a growing fleet and strong regional presence, we are committed to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Our culture is rooted in innovation and accountability. Join a company that invests in its people and positively impacts the communities we serve.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly wage based on experience
  • Health and dental coverage for yourself and your dependents
  • RRSP matching to help you plan for the future
  • Annual safety boot allowance
  • Ongoing training and development to support career growth

Position Summary:

The Site Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Transfer Station while also operating heavy equipment approximately 50% of the time. This is a hands-on leadership role that ensures safety, efficiency, and compliance while managing a team of site staff. The Supervisor may also be required to assist at other nearby sites, cover the scale house as needed, and be available for rotating weekends and on-call duties.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Supervision:

  • Supervise daily transfer station operations including waste intake, processing, and site logistics
  • Manage and schedule a team of site employees
  • Ensure compliance with operational procedures and health & safety standards
  • Provide support to the scale house during breaks, absences, or emergencies to ensure seamless operation
  • Assist with shift planning and team coordination

Heavy Equipment Operation (Approx. 50%):

  • Operate heavy equipment including loaders, excavators, and bobcats
  • Perform daily inspections and basic preventive maintenance
  • Assist with site clean-up, material handling, and other tasks requiring equipment use

Compliance & Safety:

  • Enforce company safety standards and ensure staff compliance with applicable legislation
  • Handle regulated materials (e.g., asbestos) safely and in accordance with policy
  • Conduct safety meetings, toolbox talks, and site inspections

Quality Control:

  • Monitor incoming materials for contamination
  • Ensure proper sorting and handling of construction and demolition waste, mixed waste, and other materials

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory experience in waste, construction, or a similar operational environment
  • Minimum 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment
  • Valid G-class drivers license and a clean drivers abstract
  • Knowledge of TRUX or similar scale software is an asset
  • Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
  • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, data entry, scale operation software)
  • Knowledge of environmental and health & safety regulations

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be available for rotating weekends and occasional after-hours on-call support
  • Support other nearby sites as needed (e.g., Millwick, Medulla)

Why Work with YORK1?

Our employees are essential in helping us achieve our mission of providing exceptional service and innovative solutions through our infrastructure and environmental services to some of Ontario's largest commercial and residential projects. They are the foundation of our success and represent our greatest strength. We focus on investing in our employees through career development and are building a culture of success that you can be a part of.

YORK1 supports diversity, equity, and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you are contacted to participate in the recruitment, selection, and assessment process, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodations needed to any materials or processes used to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. We thank everyone who applies; however, only the most qualified applicants will be contacted.

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