Seasonal Materials Collection - Scarborough, Canada - Toronto Zoo

Toronto Zoo

Verified Company

Scarborough, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

AREA:
Materials Collection

PAY RATE:
$15.50 per hour

DURATION:
April 1, 2023 to September 4, 2023

HOURS OF WORK:
up to 40 hours per week

Looking for a career with a dynamic organization that is committed to protecting wildlife? We are interested in dedicated individuals who are positive, enthusiastic and passionate about wildlife conservation and protecting our planet.

Our Toronto Zoo is a mission-based, not-for-profit organization whose mission is connecting people, animals and conservation science to fight extinction.

Responsibilities:

Picking up litter in public areas.
Emptying waste containers and loading collected bags into a garbage packer.
Emptying recycling containers and sorting of recyclables.
Pressure washing and/or leafblowing paved surfaces.
Operation of trucks and other motorized vehicles, depending on abilities and experience.
Cleaning all tools, equipment and vehicles used.
Giving directions to visitors, answering their questions and providing other assistance as required.
Other related duties as requested.

Qualifications:

Experience in a customer focused role.
Selfstarter, able to work with little direct supervision.
Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
Desire to set and maintain high standards for cleanliness.
Knowledge of and demonstrated interest in recycling/waste reduction.
Ability to communicate with visitors in a friendly and courteous manner.
Full G Class Driver's Licence is an asset, but not required.
Knowledge of WHMIS and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Ability to handle the physical and climatic demands of the position (able to carry up to 44 lbs.).
Must be able and willing to work all shifts including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
The Toronto Zoo provides accommodation for employees with disabilities, as defined under the Ontario Human Rights Code. If contacted for an interview, and you require specific accommodation for the interview process because of a disability or a medical need, then please advise the person contacting you of your requirements, so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations to be in place before you begin the interview process._