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Located in Hamilton, ON

Salary: CA$22.00 per hour

Job post summary

Date posted: February 26, 2026

Pay: CA$22.00 per hour

Job description:

Hamilton Express Employment Professionals has serviced the Hamilton area for over 28 years and works with clients across the Hamilton area in a variety of industries providing a key access point for job seekers in the greater Hamilton area.

Our client in Hamilton is currently hiring a Plant Assistant for the Afternoon shift in Hamilton! Our client is a sewage and hydrovac waste processing company servicing the construction and Wastewater maintenance industry.

What You Will Be Doing:

As the Plant Assistant you will be supporting the operation of the soil separation plant, focusing on centrifuge and material processing systems.

Shift: Monday to Friday 11:00am to 8:00pm

Wage: $22.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in operating and monitoring the soil wash plant, including the centrifuge system
  • Load and unload materials using equipment like telehandlers or excavators as required
  • Monitor flow rates, pressures, and material quality to ensure optimal performance of the equipment
  • Assist with plant/equipment: cleaning, troubleshooting, and minor repairs under supervision of fellow staff
  • Transport soil and materials within the yard using telehandlers, excavators, or water trucks
  • Record operating parameters, performance data and any incidents
  • Assist in maintaining logs and ensuring compliance with operational standards
  • Follow all safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE
  • Adhere to environmental regulations and site-specific requirements
  • Participate in safety training and emergency drills

Are You Qualified?:

  • Ability to interpret and follow instructions
  • Excellent hand eye coordination and spatial awareness
  • Experience operating equipment such as telehandlers, excavators, or water trucks
  • Familiarity with soil separation or centrifuge systems is an advantage
  • Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
  • Ability to work outdoor and physically demanding environments

This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.

Our selection process includes AI-enabled tools for screening based on keywords and minimum qualifications. A human decides who moves forward.

Work Location: In person

Express Office: Hamilton
151 York Boulevard
Main Level
Hamilton, ON L8R 3M2
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