HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - RYLEY SITE - Tuesday to Saturday

Ryley, AB
On-site
Posted Sep 12, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator will safely operate various construction machinery to manage municipal solid waste and recyclables at the Ryley site. Responsibilities also include maintaining site cleanliness, managing traffic flow, and providing excellent customer service to facility users.

Job details

Join Our Team in Ryley AB as a Heavy Equipment Operator: Position Summary: Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment at Claystone Waste? As a heavy Equipment Operator, you'll play a vital part in our mission to provide safe, sustainable, and environmentally responsible waste solutions. Reporting to the Ryley Site Supervisor, you'll operate various heavy construction equipment, maintain site cleanliness, and deliver exceptional customer service. Responsibilities and Activities: * Safely operate heavy equipment including packers, dozers material handlers, loaders, skid steers, and excavators. * Manage and unload trailers with municipal solid waste, organics, and construction materials efficiently and safely. * Sort recyclables such as wood and metals from construction debris. * Maintain organized site materials to ensure smooth traffic flow. * Support scale operations and direct traffic when necessary. * Uphold a clean and litter-free facility. * Prepare and present pre- and post-trip documentation and safety reports. * Provide outstanding customer service to facility users. * Actively seek and suggest improvements to enhance work processes. * Mentor less experienced staff when needed. * Fulfill other operational duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: * Proficiency in safely operating heavy construction equipment. * Initiative, responsibility, and understanding of equipment capabilities. * Ability to follow instructions and maintain equipment. * High level of initiative, work performance, and responsibility. * Valid class 5 Alberta driver’s license. Impact of Decisions on Organization: Your decisions directly impact CWL's operations and public image. Your judgment and diligence are crucial. Education and Experience: * High school diploma required. * 1-3 years of experience preferred. What is in it for you: * A competitive salary package including an RRSP, excellent health and dental coverage and annual bonus program. * Working for one of Alberta’s Top 85 employers. * A 40-hour per week schedule with an opportunity to train and grow with a financially sound, expanding municipal corporation. About Claystone Waste Ltd.: At Claystone, we're committed to providing communities with safe, sustainable waste solutions. Join us in leading the way to a cleaner, greener future. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of our team driving positive change!

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and 1-3 years of relevant experience. A valid class 5 Alberta driver’s license is required, along with proficiency in operating heavy construction equipment.