About the Company: John Ross & Sons Ltd. is a fifth-generation, family-owned international metal recycling company and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. With more than 85 years of experience and 17 locations, we are Atlantic Canada’s largest metal recycler and one of the largest exporters out of the Port of Halifax, serving customers worldwide.
We specialize in purchasing, processing, grading, and exporting ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals, along with a wide range of recyclable materials.
Through industry-leading expertise, advanced processing capabilities and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and environmental responsibility, we deliver reliable recycling solutions that meet the highest standards for our customers.
What We Offer: Health, dental and vision benefits
RRSP matching
Profit Sharing opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Full-time, permanent work
Competitive Payrate
A safety-focused and team-oriented work setting
Position Summary: John Ross & Sons Ltd. is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will operate various pieces of heavy equipment, primarily excavators and loaders, in a busy metal recycling yard.
The ideal candidate will have experience operating heavy equipment in an industrial environment, a strong commitment to workplace safety, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties: Safely operate various pieces of equipment, primarily excavators and loaders
Handle, move, sort, and process scrap metal and recyclable materials
Conduct daily pre-operational inspections and report any equipment deficiencies to management
Clean and lubricate equipment, and refill equipment as required
Safely install, remove, and secure equipment attachments
Maintain awareness of pedestrians, mobile equipment, trucks,



and other hazards within the yard
Follow all company safety policies, procedures and site-specific requirements
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Assist with other yard and labour duties as required
Perform other duties as necessary
Qualifications and Skills: 2+ years experience with heavy equipment operation, preferably in a scrap-metal, recycling, construction, or industrial environment
Demonstrated ability to safely and effectively operate excavators and loaders
Heavy equipment operating training, certification, or a recognized heavy equipment operator ticket is an asset
Strong safety-focused mindset and commitment to following safe work practices
Ability to identify, report, and respond appropriately to equipment deficiencies and unsafe conditions
Clear communication skills and ability to work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and truck drivers
Ability to work in varying weather conditions
Physically capable of performing the duties of the position, including lifting, climbing, standing, walking, and other manual labor tasks as required
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Work Environment: This position is based in a busy metal recycling yard and involves working around heavy machinery, moving vehicles, scrap metal, noise, dust, and changing weather conditions. All employees are expected to follow company safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment.
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Saturdays as required from 7am - 12pm
Payrate: $25/hr - $30/hr depending on experience
*This role is not accessible by public transportation and will require other means of reliable transportation to get to and from work*
*Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.*
#INDLP
Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Heavy Equipment Operator (Nova Scotia)
🏢 John Ross & Sons
📍 Nova Scotia