Farm Equipment Operator Trainee

Farm Equipment Operator Trainee

WESSUC INC.

As passionate stewards of our world, we champion clean water and fertile soil.

As we prepare for our upcoming land season from April 1 - November 30 (seasonal position), we are looking for agriculture equipment operators for our land application team. At Wessuc, you’re joining a family-owned and operated company where people come first, and where values like Responsibility, Respect, Balance, and Joy guide everything we do. Our teams contribute to cleaner, greener, and more sustainable communities every day.

We encourage enthusiastic and motivated candidates to apply by submitting a resume through the posting or by emailing ***email_hidden*** to learn how you can be part of a better future with Wessuc.

About the Role

Our Equipment Operators are responsible for the operation and maintenance of the tractor, dragline and pump equipment, ensuring that the biosolids application process runs smoothly. As a Farm Equipment Operator, you will:

• Run and maintain a dragline pump;
• Operate tractors and utilize a dragline system to apply biosolids on agricultural fields;
• Performing basic preventative maintenance on all field-related equipment (greasing, oil changes, fluid top-ups);
• Ensuring that work is done in a safe and efficient manner on spread sites;
• Using GPS and iPad technology to spread materials evenly and consistently throughout the field;
• Assisting the field operations team in site setup, tear down, and cleanup;
• Understanding of the Nutrient Management Act and MOE guidelines and procedures as it relates to application of biosolids;
• Willingness to participate in projects in other Wessuc divisions.

About You

• 1-3 years of experience in the agriculture industry preferred;
• Experience operating and maintaining tractors/heavy equipment is an asset;
• Valid G or G2 license;
• Safety certifications, such as Working at Heights and CPR are considered an asset;
• IT literate, able to understand, record and manage data across different software platforms;
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, work can include 12+ hour days.

Make a Difference with Wessuc!

We offer the opportunity to make a difference with the work you do, and to work in a friendly, family owned and operated company that practices its values: Responsibility, Respect, Balance and Joy.

Wessuc is one of Ontario's leading resources for municipal, industrial and agricultural wastewater infrastructure and processes, with a focus on turning waste into value. We take pride in our commitment to safety and our use of innovative waste solution technologies.

This opportunity includes:

• Comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental and life coverage;
• Hands-on training with an experienced operator;
• RRSP-DPSP matching program;
• Family owned and operated business;
• Opportunities to earn overtime pay, which is paid after 44 hrs. per week;
• Safety allowance after one year of service;
• Opportunities for growth;
• Paid training;
• Supportive team work environment.

Wessuc encourages all enthusiastic qualified candidates to apply for this current, active vacancy. If you require accommodation in the recruitment process please let us know by using the “Help” function in the application, or contacting our Human Resources team at ***email_hidden***