Labourer II, Residential Transfer Station, Edmonton

What will you do?

Perform preliminary review of incoming materials to determine their acceptability, including identifying hazardous waste

Assist with unloading and organizing refuse, oversized items, paint, oil, batteries, propane tanks, aerosols, etc. into collection areas

Safely handle and process a wide range of contaminated and hazardous materials, as well as general refuse and recyclable materials

Prepare chemicals and household hazardous waste for proper disposal and/or transport offsite, including proper containment, contractor pickup forms, and manifests

Sort household waste (HHW), hazardous special products (HSP), electronic waste (e‑waste) and other materials

Recover refrigerant from refrigerators, freezers, water coolers and air conditioners

Perform all tasks related to refuse and hazardous waste safely and in accordance with established policies and procedures

Operate Tool Cat and Telehandler to load and stage materials

Perform litter control and collection

Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications:

Completion of the tenth (10th) school grade or equivalent

One (1) year of experience in an applicable work area, such as a waste transferring environment with experience in waste and hazardous materials handling and customer service or an equivalent combination of training and experience

Assets:

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)

Knowledge of City of Edmonton 25 Year Waste Strategy and Waste services provided by the City of Edmonton

Operating experience with Toolcat or Telehandler

Skills Required for Success:

Knowledge of standard methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of work tasks

Knowledge of safety and environmental precautions and hazards related to the assigned work

Ability to learn and use related equipment and tools, including but not limited to telehandler, toolcat and hand/power tools

Ability to screen waste materials, including assessing the type of waste and the level of hazard

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instruction

Demonstrated ability to work effectively and respectfully with the public, coworkers and contractors

Ability to succeed independently or as part of a team

Ability to maintain basic records

Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( )

Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

Ability to comply with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Successful candidates will be fit for a respirator, and compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring, is a requirement of this position

Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) security clearance that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton and is a requirement of this position, there may be a cost associated with this requirement

Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position

Work Environment:

Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labour for extended periods of time in various weather and environmental conditions, including bending, lifting, standing, shoveling, etc.

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact . Learn more about our benefits to 1 Temporary Full-Time position for up to 6 months

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (Sunday - Saturday)

Salary: $25.935 - $34.208 (Hourly); $54,152.280 - $71,426.300 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: SL/RF

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Métis Nation

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