Job Description

Working at Walker

At Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities . Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together.

About the Job

We're looking for an experienced DZ license holder to be our new sweeper driver at our Walker Niagara Landfill location. You'll work primarily as part of our landfill team, keeping private and public roads clear of dust, mud, and debris. You need to be highly detailed, conscientious, and understand that the quality of your work reflects on the reputation of the company as a whole.

What You'll Be Doing

You will primarily operate our street sweeping equipment, though you will also be expected to become trained and efficient in the operation of landfill compactors and tipper equipment. You will also perform other ground maintenance duties as necessary.


Because you will also be operating on public roads, you should be a conscientious person who is able to deal tactfully and courteously with driving members of the public.

Here's What You Need

Physically fit, and capable of lifting up to 50lbs in a physically demanding work environment Experience operating heavy equipment or machines Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment Familiarity with processing & mobile equipment Knowledge of industry safety practices Common Core training is an asset Experience in aggregates, construction, or landfill operations is an asset High school diploma or equivalent Valid DZ license and clean driving record
Typical hours are Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays and overtime as required. Hourly wage is $29.17/hour. Plus a $0.50 premium for a valid DZ license.

What's in it for you

You become part of a team you can count on A comprehensive benefits package as per your union and collective agreement A workplace that provides the best health & safety practices in industry Give back to our community with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events
At Walker, your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment we'd love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all ethnicities, race, religions, gender identities and expression, Indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities.


Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.