Class 1 Driver / Heavy Equipment Operator

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our customers. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE and be part of a team that steps up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

SECURE is currently recruiting for a Class 1 Driver / Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Metals Recycling team located in the Kamloops/Logan Lake area.  Prospective individuals will require Equipment Operating experience, preferably with excavator/material handlers and shears and Heavy-Duty Tandem Lugger Truck and trailer.   This position would be well-suited to individuals with Forestry, Construction or Oilfield industry experience that want to be working closer to home and have a set schedule and hours of work.

The Team

The SECURE Metals & Mining team is a group of experienced professionals dedicated to providing innovative and reliable scrap metal recycling services. With a strong focus on safety and customer satisfaction, our team operates across strategically located facilities in Western Canada, offering a full range of services from recycling and clean-up to demolition and surplus scrap metal marketing.

Work Environment

This position is located in the Kamloops/Logan Lake area. Preference will be given to local applicants - working a 5 and 2 schedule.  

A Day in The Life

• Safely operate over dimension/overweight units, in diverse weather and challenging work site environments.
• Comply with all jurisdictional traffic safety legislation.
• Inspect transport units and loads for safe operation during, prior to, and after all transport assignments as required by jurisdictional, and / or NSC standards.
• Completion and submission on a timely basis of all documentation as required. This includes logbooks, equipment inspection reports, time tickets, accompanying manifests, trip records, fuel, and credit card receipts.
• Abide by all company and customer specific safety procedures.
• Loading and transporting equipment and materials for Metals Recycling.
• Ensure equipment / loads being transported meet all requirements relating to weight and dimension regulations and complied with TDG Regulations for each jurisdiction traveled.
• Must be able to work varied shift start and finish times, occasional weekends/overtime and occasionally travel away from home location overnight for project-based

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Valid and current Class 1 with Q Endorsement Driver’s License is required.
• Minimum of 3 years driving experience in the transportation industry or demonstrated competency.
• Solid knowledge base with respect to Hours of Service, load securement and driving regulations.
• Ability to accurately maintain Log Books, Trip Records and Inspections on a daily basis as per legislated requirements.
• Ability to complete minor servicing and maintenance of transport vehicles, including but not limited to, greasing, replacement of air filters, brake adjustments and settings.
• Ability to safely operate transport vehicles through difficult weather conditions and challenging work site environments.
• Prior experience operating heavy equipment (excavators, shears).
• Effectively communicate and express thoughts and ideas in a clear manner.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, shoveling, moving containers and other heavy materials.
• Fit-for-Work each day. 

What's in it for you

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages and compensation programs which include:
  • Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more
  • Health Care Spending Account
  • Employee Wellness Programs
  • Employee Savings Plan
  • Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry-leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives (Our Stories)

We believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has the right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support.

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States, and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.