Job Description

Job Number

:

51545

The City of Edmonton's Community Recycling Depots are a convenient way for citizens to dispose of recyclables from their homes. We are looking for people across all our rich diversity to apply their customer service skills and driving abilities to ensure a superb recycling experience for all our customers!



As part of a two-person crew for most of your shift, you will drive to various Recycle Depots throughout the day to provide site maintenance, and will also support the 2025 Big Bin Events. You will succeed in this position if you are self-motivated, safety conscious and thrive in both team and independent environments.

What will you do?

Educate the public about available services and proper use of the recycling depots Help control traffic and maintain the recycling depot site to ensure staff/customer safety and site cleanliness Assist customers in unloading material when appropriate and safe to do so, and ensure proper sorting of recyclables including removal of contaminants Drive to and from various Recycle Depots throughout the day on designated routes Remove all items not suitable as recycling material, including small and large items Keep site and surrounding area free of litter to ensure the site is aesthetically acceptable to local businesses and residences Participate in high volume Big Bin events, including setting up and breaking down the event and educating, assisting and directing the public Perform other related duties as required

Work Environment:

Repetitive physically strenuous work in all kinds of weather, including shoveling snow, lifting heavy items and driving for prolonged periods.

Qualifications

:Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent

Assets:

Professional driving experience Experience operating equipment used in this position, such as cube vans, skid steers and pickup trucks Previous experience working in a customer service capacity Experience working at Big Bin events Ability to handle hazardous material properly; knowledge of household hazardous waste handling

Skills Required for Success:

Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the public in a customer service capacity Physical ability and manual dexterity to complete the assigned tasks, including manual labour and long periods of driving in various weather and environmental conditions Ability to complete simple records Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to understand, prepare and execute oral and written instructions Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion Applicants may be tested

Conditions of Employment:

Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit 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 Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel-toed boots

Work Environment:

Hours of work and work schedule will vary and may be subject to shift work, providing coverage 7 days per week

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

employment@edmonton.ca

. Learn more about our benefits

https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 6 temporary full-time positions for up to 10 months

Hours of Work

: 40 hours per week

Salary

: $22.072 - $30.606 (Hourly)

Talent Acquisition Consultant

: SL/KA


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

Classification Title

:

Labourer I

Posting Date

:

Feb 21, 2025

Closing Date

:

Feb 28, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MST)

Number of Openings (up to)

:

6 - Temporary Full-time

Union

:

CUPE Local 30

Department

:

Waste Services

Work Location(s)

:

Kennedale, 12802 - 58 St Edmonton T5A 4L3