Job Description

Island Waste Management Corporation (IWMC) is seeking interested individuals for the position of Labourer/Inspector. The Labourer/Inspector processes transactions for material arriving at the facility and inspects loads to ensure the specifications outlined in the Waste Watch guidelines are met. They also complete cleaning and maintenance duties at the facility. The Labourer/Inspector reports to EPWMF Manager.

Responsibilities:

Inspect materials arriving at Facility, direct traffic to appropriate drop-off areas, answer customers' inquiries and proactively inform customers of Waste Watch program requirements; Maintain indoor and outdoor site premises in accordance with IWMC policies and procedures and ensure adequate stock of supplies; Communicate with other IWMC staff and contractors to ensure the efficient operation of Facility; Sort and pack various material types according to requirements of recycling and disposal programs, including household hazardous waste and stewardship programs; Complete, submit and file various forms; Complete facility and yard maintenance (lawn maintenance, painting, general site repairs, janitorial duties, litter picking etc.); Complete building maintenance (inside and outside); and Perform other duties as required.

Skills and Qualifications:

Valid driver's license; Grade 12 education or equivalent; Reliable, dependable and punctual; Excellent verbal communication skills; Ability to remain calm when interacting with upset customers; Ability to multi-task, and work independently and as a team member; Basic computer skills would be an asset; Previous experience operating a skid steer and/or forklift would be an asset; Capacity to lift up to 50lb and perform physically demanding tasks; and Ability to speak French would be an asset.
The successful candidate must provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Hours:

80+ hours bi-weekly - December to April - Monday to Friday and occasionally on Saturday. 84.5+ hours bi-weekly - May to November - Monday to Friday and every second Saturday.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $21.16-$23.01 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 43 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-05-31