Seasonal Worker/labourer - Kentville, Canada - Valley Waste-Resource Management

Valley Waste-Resource Management

Verified Company

Kentville, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Career Opportunity

Seasonal Worker/Labourer
A "Management Centre" is a public solid waste transfer station. The Seasonal Worker/Labourer reports to the Site Supervisor of the Management Centre. The Seasonal Worker/Labourer should be prepared to perform all functions of the job on a daily basis.

The key functions of the position are:

Treat public courteously at all times
Direct incoming vehicles to the tipping floor and/or public drop off area
Ensure adequate signage and traffic control devices are in place
Becoming familiar with all policies governing operations and ensuring only acceptable wastes are permitted at the site segregating banned and salvageable materials advising site users of alternate locations or methods for disposal of nonacceptable items
Assist in Household Hazardous Waste Depot Operations
Perform maintenance duties on grounds and site buildings including repairs, cleaning, painting, etc., ensuring that area around building and tipping floor are operated in a clean and safe manner including regular collection of litter
Operating and maintain CFC removal equipment
Operate mobile and other equipment associated with site operations in a safe manner reporting any mechanical problems to the Site Supervisor or Lead Hand in his/her absence
Become competent as required in the operation of the weigh scale, including related record keeping
Perform general maintenance of equipment
May be required to work overtime periodically and other duties may be assigned from time to time

The successful incumbent will have:

Grade 12 or equivalent experience in municipal solid waste operations and/or any other applicable qualifications;
Related experience in solid waste operations would be an asset;
Proven experience in the operation of heavy equipment
Proven computer experience or willingness to work in a computerized environment would be considered to be an asset
Proven ability to work in a courteous manner with the public;
Valid Nova Scotia Driver's License
Class 3 with Air Endorsement preferred but not required.

This is a Seasonal position (April-October) with a starting hourly rate of $20.08 with the potential for annual return or eventual permanent employment.

Please merge your cover letter and resume into one document.

Submissions should outline the applicant's education, past experience, training and other related qualifications that would allow the applicant to successfully perform the duties of the position.

This recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination is required.

To Apply:

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer or will result in termination of your employment.

Checks may include one or all of the following:
references, employment verification, criminal background and education.