Transfer Station Attendant

The opportunity

Leduc County is looking for an experienced and highly motivated casual on-call Transfer Station Attendant to join our team. Reporting to the Supervisor – Waste Management and Utilities, this exciting opportunity is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the municipal solid waste transfer stations.

About us

The safety of our staff and citizens is our primary concern and we are dedicated to providing and maintaining a healthy work-life balance and environment for our employees.

Leduc County’s mission is to serve its citizens and create an enhanced quality of life through effective leadership, committed partnerships and open, transparent communication. Our vision is to be a leading member of the Edmonton Metropolitan Region, offering an economic advantage, sustainable agricultural network, environmental leadership and an unsurpassed quality of life.

About you

You are a team and relationship builder who promotes a safe, collaborative and professional work environment. You are committed to continuous improvement, customer service, innovation and supporting Leduc County’s vision of growing a vibrant and spirited community.

If you are a safety champion who is self-motivated and excels working in a changing environment and problem-solving and providing exceptional customer service is second nature to you, keep reading because we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities Include:

What you will do

Performs the day-to-day operations at assigned waste transfer station, including opening and closing the facility for the hours and days of operation.

Provides direction to transfer station users regarding the proper disposal of materials and directions regarding the unloading and sorting procedures within the transfer station site.

Greets visitors in a professional and friendly manner, responds to inquiries and directs users to the appropriate area of the site for waste disposal.

Redirects users with materials not accepted at the transfer station to alternate disposal locations.

Maintains and updates applicable records and documents.

Records and reports any unusual activity and/or misconduct observed at the transfer station.

Adheres to preventative maintenance programs and operating guidelines for solid waste infrastructure.

Keeps the site safe for users by completing routine safety inspections, identifying and reporting any hazards as well as coordinating any required yard maintenance (snow removal, grading, stock piling etc.) through supervisor or designate.

Adheres to guidelines as set out in Leduc County’s policies and administrative directives.

Accountable for working in compliance with the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation and Code and participation in the Health, Safety and Wellness Program.

Performs related duties as required.

Requirements:

What you need to succeed

Must-have
Must be able to read and follow instructions in order to adhere to safety requirements and must have strong written and verbal communication skills, tact and courtesy to assist residents and provide clear site safety expectations and directions. Must maintain a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license and be able to work with minimal supervision.
Nice to have
Experience as a transfer station attendant is considered asset.

What’s in it for you

Our leadership team values your voice, input and is committed to your growth and success. We are committed to be our best and hire the best!

There are 8 transfer stations located throughout Leduc County. This opportunity is permanent casual, working on-call as needed Monday to Saturday up to eight (8) hours per shift and offers a competitive hourly salary between $22.36- $27.95 per hour.

The Leduc County office is located at 101-1101 5 St. Nisku, AB.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted on our website at careers.leduc-county.com to be considered. This opportunity will remain open until March 31, 2022.

We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Additional Job Information:

Posted Date: Mar 21, 2022
Closing Date: Mar 31, 2022