Viterra is seeking a General Labourer for the Pacific Terminal. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a variety of general labour duties involving housekeeping, tool use, lifting, carrying and managing equipment and machinery in and around the terminal. The position is accountable to the Operations Supervisor (s). A strong work ethic and attention to detail are essential.

The terminal operates on a continuous 24-hour basis with morning, afternoon and graveyard shifts. The general schedule block rotation for the terminals are 6 days on, 3 days off.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinating General Labourer duties with Operations Supervisor(s) through effective communications.
• Operate all equipment in a safe efficient way according to company policies and procedures.
• Accountable for the safe operation and storage of pesticides and equipment by ensuring safe work practices and standards are adhered to. Participates and recommends safety procedures.
• Reports and follows-up any maintenance requirements to the appropriate departments.
• Operate basic hand and power tools in accordance with proper procedure.
• Load and unload materials.
• Perform general maintenance including conducting routine equipment repairs for processing equipment.
• Keep facility and grounds clean, tidy and free of fire hazards while working within the Employee Health & Safety guidelines. Follow ISO standards and procedures.
• Performing other related duties as required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Proven ability to adhere to and maintain workplace health and safety initiatives.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license is preferred.
• Basic understanding of the Canadian Grain Industry would be considered an asset.

Education and Qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Related forklift, skid-steer or loader experience is considered an asset.
• Ability to plan, organize, and communicate (both written and oral), with team members and management.
• Must have demonstrated initiate, leadership, and diplomacy and the ability to contribute to the efficient operation of the terminal operations.

Compensation:

• Viterra offers competitive salaries with the starting hourly wage of $42.70.
• Comprehensive Health and Benefits Package.
• Pension Plan.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that result in the required level of knowledge skill and competence will be considered