Recycling & Waste Educator

For more information or to apply contact:
humanresources@rdck.bc.ca | 250.352.8150

or visit rdck.ca/jobs

Job Posting
Regional District of Central Kootenay

Kaslo, BC

Recycling & Waste Educators are responsible for screening

recycling material or waste at a recycling facilities and sites

to ensure only acceptable material is accepted, and to

redirect unacceptable materials. Recycling & Waste

Educators also maintain the cleanliness of sites and perform

basic site maintenance.

Recycling & Waste Educator positions are somewhat
physically demanding and work is performed primarily
outdoors in varied weather conditions.

RECYCLING & WASTE
EDUCATOR

Part-time
Up to 24 hours per week

The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) is

inviting applications for the position of Recycling &

Waste Educator.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
AND ABILITIES:
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and a

demonstrated ability to act with tact and diplomacy
when dealing with the public

Demonstrated ability to de‐escalate conflict with
members of the public

Passion for Zero Waste and environmental issues

Demonstrated ability to maintain logs and records and
to communicate via email

Ability to work autonomously and effectively with
minimal supervision

Ability to work outdoors and have reasonable physical
fitness to meet the demands of the position

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of High School Diploma or acceptable

equivalent

One year experience in a customer service position,
with prior experience enforcing company policy and
standards

Experience working outdoors

Experience working alone and/or in remote locations

Experience with public education would be considered
an asset

Standard First Aid, Basic CPR with AED/willingness to
obtain required for some sites

WHMIS certification

Valid BC Drivers License

Satisfactory Criminal Record

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Constant movement, including stooping, bending,

reaching, twisting and kneeling

Working alone in remote areas

Exposure to varied weather, primarily without shelter

Occasional lifting up to 25 kg (55lb)
This is an part-time position, working up to 24 hours per
week. Applicants should be available to work a varied
work schedule that includes day, weekend and/or evening
shifts and will be scheduled at the Riondel, Crawford Bay
and Boswell Recycling Depot. The hourly rate for this
position starts at $22.26

Applications submitted in the form of a resume and cover
letter will be accepted by Human Resources by email untill
the position has been filled.

To apply please complete our online application which can

be found here: Employment Application.

Thank you for your interest in working with the Regional District of
Central Kootenay. All submissions will be acknowledged although
only those individuals shortlisted to participate in the interview/
testing process will be contacted. This posting may be used to fill
other similar positions within the RDCK over the next six months.