Covia is a leading supplier of minerals and material solutions to the industrial and energy markets. Covia’s rich legacy includes many achievements across industries and capital success through partnership. Our ability to deliver the right product, to the right place, at the right time, is unmatched. Just as strong is our commitment to building partnerships that help our customers succeed.

  

Quality and innovation are at the foundation of Covia; but our real strength is our people. Covia employs a diverse and highly-skilled team of professionals to convert natural minerals into engineered solutions for our customers. Every member of our team has a valuable opportunity to help shape our future and make a positive impact on the world around us through our commitment to the locations where we live and work.

 

Covia is looking for a highly motivated, skilled individual to fill the position of Summer Student Hourly at our Nepheline Syenite Operation located at the Nephton Plant northeast of Peterborough, ON.

 

The successful incumbent will have the following Key Accountabilities:

Sweep, shovel, and vacuum rock, sand and dust. Utilize a wheelbarrow to move rock, sand, and dust. Assist in Dust Collectors Work while wearing respirator, safety boots, hard hat, safety glasses and hearing protection. Work in extreme weather conditions, including cold, heat, snow and mud Fill operator positions within the plant for planned and unplanned absences Fill job classifications created by annual vacation relief positions that are vacant. Assist the maintenance crew as required Possess the ability to learn, understand and follow all Health & Safety policies/procedures Adhere to site procedures and instructions given by supervisors Perform all other duties as needed or assigned

 

 

The successful incumbent will have the following Minimum Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years old Literacy in English, both written and spoken. High School diploma or GED Computer skills and further education an asset Should have manual dexterity, physical strength and coordination Possess good communication skills, basic analytical skills and an ability to read and carry out instructions Must be comfortable working independently, under supervision and in team settings. Mechanically inclined Willing to perform repetitive or routine tasks Availability to work shift work and weekends

 

Covia is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace.  Please advise if you require accommodation; we will work with you to meet your needs.

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