Waste Management Attendant - Courtenay, Canada - Comox Valley Regional District

Comox Valley Regional District

Verified Company

Courtenay, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Branch
Engineering Services
Position Type
CUPE Local 556

Salary
$31.12 per hour.
Hours Per Week
30 hours per week
Employment Type
Regular Part-Time
Competition Type
Internal Posting - Current CVRD CUPE 556 Employees only
Date posted
May 11, 2023

Greeting the general public wishing to deposit refuse and providing information regarding landfill regulations, policies and processes;
Operating the weight scale, entering customer data into the database, determining tipping fees based on weight, collecting fees, issuing receipts, and providing correct change;
Balancing receipts and cash at the end of the work day, preparing a sales summary and bank deposit in accordance with accounting procedures;
Directing the public to the appropriate disposal locations and visually screening the incoming waste to ensure prohibited and restrictive materials do not enter the general waste stream;
Monitoring recycling and refuse bins and arranging to have them emptied as required;
Performing routine maintenance and housekeeping of the facilities, scale and surrounding area.

Customer service oriented with the ability to relate effectively with the general public, contractors and coworkers;
A strong communicator with a welcoming approach;
Safety-conscious with a demonstrated commitment to safe work practices;
Experienced in cash handling in a computerized environment and customer service with over six months up to one year of directly related experience along with high school graduation, a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and Occupational First Aid (Level 1);
Detail oriented, with the ability to process and reconcile payments;
Knowledgeable in standard practices, procedures, policies, bylaws, codes, regulations, methods and equipment related to the landfill;
Flexible when it comes to hours of work to effectively support a seven day per week operation including working weekends;
Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions for extended periods of time.