Waste Collection Operator

At the City of Edmonton - City Operations, we strive to help our people achieve their professional and personal goals through an inclusive environment that values everyone’s contributions, appreciates the diversity of thought, fosters growth and provides continuous opportunities for development.

What will you be doing?

• Drive and manually load collection vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) up to 17,000 kilograms throughout the City
• Manually load residential refuse/recycling into the vehicle on your assigned routes
• Record weight, time and location on daily truck and timesheets
• Maintain positive customer service in the performance of all duties
• Operate hydraulic controls to compact refuse where applicable
• Review collection map for assigned area to ensure hot spots and trade waste locations are handled appropriately
• Report Bylaw infractions and vehicle defects to foremen
• Respond to complaints and inquiries from the public
• Maintain a clean and sanitary collection vehicle
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and follow regularly scheduled maintenance on collection vehicles
• Conduct work in a manner that complies with the requirements set out in the City's Environmental Management System (EMS)
• Adhere to safety and environmental regulations and work procedures
• Assist other collectors in completing their routes as well as any open routes as directed

Work Environment: Driving for extended periods in all weather conditions. Physically strenuous labor is required when maneuvering bins/carts to pick-up areas and return them to their original locations

• Completion of Grade 12
• 1 year of labourer experience required

Assets:

• Experience driving a tandem truck or single-axle units with a GVW rating of at least 17,000 kilograms or a combination of training and experience is an asset
• Experience in Waste Collection or similar work requiring driving, physical labour and customer service is an asset
• Possession of an Alberta Class 3 Drivers License & Air Brakes (Q) Endorsement is an asset

Skills Required for Success:

• Physically capable of sustained, heavy manual labour, including loading refuse/recycling material for prolonged periods (up to 10 hours per day), in adverse weather and road conditions
• Ability to drive a large collection vehicle while observing all safety precautions and vehicle handling techniques
• Ability to read and interpret route maps and dispatch notices
• Ability to complete assigned route that may consist of 600-800 homes (1-3 loads) of waste and 1400 homes (1-3 loads) of recycling
• Good interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to meet and deal with the public in a courteous and professional manner
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style
• Ability to wear a face mask for an extended period of time
• Applicants may be tested for driving ability as well as physical ability to perform the work
• Alignment to our Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments
• Alignment to our Leadership Competencies

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s Licence & Air Brakes (Q) Endorsement, or provincial equivalent. Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
• Applicants will also be tested for their physical ability to perform the work required in this position through a Functional Ability Recruitment Evaluation (FARE) test
• Hours of work: 40 hours per week, 10-hour shifts, Tuesday - Friday. Overtime work may be required during peak operational periods.

The City of Edmonton is committed to inclusive, respectful and equitable workplaces that represent the communities we serve. We continuously improve our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage you to apply. To learn more, see the Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework here: https://bit.ly/3hd2d95.

The City of Edmonton strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact Employment@edmonton.ca.

Successful applicants may be eligible for recall in the 2025 season

Up to 8 temporary full-time positions for a duration of up to 10 months

Salary: $33.810-$35.129 (Hourly)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: NL/JR